Brand new to chickens

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No heat source yet, I was only able to purchase food and a waterer with this paycheck. I honestly haven't even had the baby 24 hours, but I knew food and water were my biggest concern. If it gets too cold in my room, I have a heater I can turn on. Right now the room is very comfortable, and I'm keeping a close eye on the baby. She's very chirpy and loves to be held.

Thank you guys for all your advice! I look forward to getting to know you.
 
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Thanks guys!

I look forward to being a part of BYC.

Couple of more questions that have presented itself in the last few days.

And please, again, forgive the newbish questions, but I truly know nothing about chickens.

She's noticeably larger (I didn't think it would be that obvious in just a few days) How long before they look like "real" chickens? :) You know what I mean.
And do only roosters have combs? I can see what looks like one developing.
 
Liselle said:
Thanks guys!

I look forward to being a part of BYC.

Couple of more questions that have presented itself in the last few days.

And please, again, forgive the newbish questions, but I truly know nothing about chickens.

She's noticeably larger (I didn't think it would be that obvious in just a few days) How long before they look like "real" chickens? :) You know what I mean.
And do only roosters have combs? I can see what looks like one developing.
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Size doesn't have a whole lot to do with sex as every chick grows at it's own rate. And combs do come in on pullets early as well, but shouldn't be coming in red anytime soon. You might want to post pics of the "suspect" in our What Gender section in hopes you can sex this early. You may have to wait a few weeks for them to grow...

https://www.backyardchickens.com/f/15/what-breed-or-gender-is-this

Good luck and keep us posted! :-)
 
Liselle said:
(1)Any ideas what kind she/he is? Sorry for so many questions, but I am SOOOOO new to this!!
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looks like a Rhode Island White. I have two about the same size. They are sweet and will be quite large. They are a heavy breed and seem to grow pretty quickly. They will lay a lot of eggs and mostly all year round.
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Liselle said:
Thanks guys!


I look forward to being a part of BYC.

Couple of more questions that have presented itself in the last few days.

And please, again, forgive the newbish questions, but I truly know nothing about chickens.

She's noticeably larger (I didn't think it would be that obvious in just a few days) How long before they look like "real" chickens? :) You know what I mean.

And do only roosters have combs? I can see what looks like one developing.
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I learned quite quickly, while still new as well that my house being kept at about 72 was more than warm enough. I haven't needed to add a heat lamp except on days where it drops below that for my babies. I understand that heavier breeds like the RI Whites are acclimated well to the cold. If she does start to huddle a lot in a corner you need to go to the farm supply and get a reflector and heat lamp bulb. Yes, many chicken breeds have a comb, even hens. She won't really start to look like a "chicken" until about 4 weeks, but she probably won't go outside until at least 6-8 weeks.
 
Thanks for the replies!

I wish I had more information on her background, but it's fun finding out about her as she grows! :)
 

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