applesauce?

[nikki509]

Hi I am brand new to this site and brand new to chickens! I have 4 1-week old chicks, 3 New Hampshire Reds and 1 Barred Rock (I just couldn't leave her behind)
I have some homemade applesauce (no sugar) that was left here after my nephew visited... I don't have a lot, maybe a couple tablespoons. My sister pureed it so it is the consistency of Gerber. I was about to throw it out but thought I would ask first if it is ok to give to my babies? I appreciate any input. I'm sure I will have more questions along the way!

 

[Old 76 Farm]

I think I would just toss it. I usually wait till chicks are at least 4 weeks old to start any treats. If you are going to give them anything other than the starter feed they will need chick grit. They are so little at one week that you would probably end up with a bunch of sticky little chicks that need a bath. Just my opinion, others might not agree

 

[Ridgerunner]

I’d have no problem at all giving them that much. So what if they make a mess. They groom themselves. In general keep treats fairly minimal so that at least 90% of what they eat is heir feed. They’ll do fine with that.

In general I agree they need grit, but that’s just to grind stuff up that is not already ground. Applesauce, yogurt, and such is already ground fine enough that it is not a problem for them.

 

[nikki509]

Thank you all for your input! They really weren't interested after all!

 

[mommiesrcool]

I’d have no problem at all giving them that much. So what if they make a mess. They groom themselves. In general keep treats fairly minimal so that at least 90% of what they eat is heir feed. They’ll do fine with that.

In general I agree they need grit, but that’s just to grind stuff up that is not already ground. Applesauce, yogurt, and such is already ground fine enough that it is not a problem for them.

I know this is an older thread but I have some chicks and I have some unsweetened apple sauce and I wanted to give them a treat once they lay the first egg I was going to put some strawberries in the applesauce and freeze it and then give it to them is that fine?

 

[Sally PB]

I would think so. Since you are in FL, maybe the weather will still be warm enough out that they would want it cold. Or leave it in the freezer for when it gets hot again. My chickens love apples, strawberries, grapes, and watermelon. I gave them cold fruit in the heat of summer, and they appreciated it, I think.

 

[mommiesrcool]

I would think so. Since you are in FL, maybe the weather will still be warm enough out that they would want it cold. Or leave it in the freezer for when it gets hot again. My chickens love apples, strawberries, grapes, and watermelon. I gave them cold fruit in the heat of summer, and they appreciated it, I think.

ok thank you i will make it when the time comes

 

[Sally PB]

Applesauce is good for people too. I love it.