Since I am new to raising my sweet chicks; I've been reading a lot from this site. It quickly became apparent that the dog crate I was using was becoming too small. I researched and found pictures of homemade brooder boxes in this site.Surprisingly, my husband sent me to purchase the needed materials to build me a larger box. My son came over and together my he and my husband created my new box for my girls. It is 2x4 in size with a plywood floor. I added decorative cabinet lining paper for easy clean up. I added a stick for them to climb on, a small wooden seat for them. They have their food opposite the water so they could around them better. I hung a cd , some oregano and thyme hanging in the box and added some gravel. The girls like to peck at the herbs, jumping to reach them. I made them a hanging bead pendent in different colors so they can peck it. I keep the brooder on my back porch so my chicks are safe and out of the elements.
Thanks so much for all the great ideas and information.
Thanks so much for all the great ideas and information.
