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Can I just scatter the grit in the yard?

Discussion in 'Feeding & Watering Your Flock' started by Luke13:34, Sep 16, 2010.

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  1. Sep 16, 2010 #1
    Luke13:34

    Luke13:34 Chillin' With My Peeps

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    Honestly.. as sandy as our soil is, I'm not sure I even need extra grit... but I want to provide it just in case....

    Can I just scatter it in the run and let them scratch for it or does it need to be in a designated location?
     
  3. Sep 16, 2010 #2
    woodmort

    woodmort Chillin' With My Peeps

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    Once my chickens get passed the fuzzy stage and get outside, the only time I will give them grit is in the winter when they're either stuck inside or can't get to bare ground. At that point I just toss a few handfuls on the floor of the coop and let them dig for it. So, yes you can toss it on the ground--they'll find it if they need it.
     

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