different aged chicks

[Chickieh]

We have 6, 2-3 week old Golden SexLink chicks. We want to go get a few more chicks today at TSC that should be 1 week to a few days old. Will that age gap be an issue? And do I avoid any breeds to join them with?

Thank you.

 

[EggSighted4Life]

We have 6, 2-3 week old Golden SexLink chicks. We want to go get a few more chicks today at TSC that should be 1 week to a few days old. Will that age gap be an issue? And do I avoid any breeds to join them with?

Thank you.

Hi, welcome to BYC!

It shouldn't be an issue as long as no one gets trampled. The pecking order isn't strong yet at this age. I just integrated 2 week olds with 4 week olds. Making sure the heat source is varied enough to serve both groups is key.

Good luck!