Baby chick feeder

[chickenbuddy]

I have 25 chicks coming in the mail. How many "feeding outlets" should I have? (aka how many spots in a feeder should I have) I bought one with seven holes today, and I'm almost positive that's not enough, even though the chicks don't all eat at the same time.

Sorry, this question is so confusing. I have trouble describing things sometimes.

It's been a long time since I had baby chicks.

 

[treeclimber233]

I would think that feeder would be fine. YOur right they will not all eat at the same time.

 

[melissastraka]

I have a long one and it is fine for 30. They dont all eat at the same time unless you dont keep it full...then its a free for all.

 

[sherrydeanne]

If you really find 7 isn't enough, just add a little bowl or something. I wouldn't spend $$ on another one you probably won't need

 

[FarmGirl01]

I use a small round one for the first few days. When the chicks start hoping around good, I switch to the long feeder. The small one will help everyone find the food without separating them. I have had newely hatched chicks get away from the heat and not hop back over.

 

[Superior Chicks]

An egg carton with the top torn off also works good. Only fill it 1/3 full though!

This is how I feed for the first few days.

Ma