johnjacklynch
In the Brooder
Hi, all! First off, yes I know this topic has been posted before, but they didn't quite answer my questions. So sorry if this seems repetitive! I have 10 chicks who are now just over 2 weeks old and they are quickly out growing their brooder.
I thought I got a big enough box to hold them, but they're definitely not going to last in there more than another week without being overcrowded. I know I need to move them into something bigger, but I'm just not sure what the best option is.
Should I put them in like a covered dog pen scenario outside during the day and then back in the brooder to sleep or would they be alright just inside in a pen inside until they are ready for the coop. Do they need a heat lamp during playtime outside during the day? Temperatures in NC right now range from about 40-50 degrees F so I'm guessing yes?
Lemme know your thoughts!
Thank you!
I thought I got a big enough box to hold them, but they're definitely not going to last in there more than another week without being overcrowded. I know I need to move them into something bigger, but I'm just not sure what the best option is.
Should I put them in like a covered dog pen scenario outside during the day and then back in the brooder to sleep or would they be alright just inside in a pen inside until they are ready for the coop. Do they need a heat lamp during playtime outside during the day? Temperatures in NC right now range from about 40-50 degrees F so I'm guessing yes?
Lemme know your thoughts!
Thank you!