At what age do you usually start thinking about banding your chickens? We have 6 babies (3 RIR and 3 black sex links) that are almost 2 weeks old. I know we have a ways to go but just trying to get an idea.
Also, votes on buying "real" bands verses using colored zip ties? (aka cable ties) I know they need to be removed & replaced with new ones as they grow, but otherwise, any reasons as to not use zip ties?
[[EDIT: sorry, realized I was in the wrong area once I hit submit... reposting in the raising chicks area, I don't see an option to delete...??)
Also, votes on buying "real" bands verses using colored zip ties? (aka cable ties) I know they need to be removed & replaced with new ones as they grow, but otherwise, any reasons as to not use zip ties?
[[EDIT: sorry, realized I was in the wrong area once I hit submit... reposting in the raising chicks area, I don't see an option to delete...??)
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