Everything Chicken Chatter Thread

[MysteryChicken]

Can you tag me into it?

Post in thread 'Everything Chicken Chatter Thread' https://www.backyardchickens.com/threads/everything-chicken-chatter-thread.1449330/post-24277122

 

[jckeezy]

So what would be the best feed for Malay chicks/teens/adults? Lockdown day tomorrow and want to make sure I have what they'll need. I generally use regular non-medicated grower for my other breeds.

 

[MysteryChicken]

So what would be the best feed for Malay chicks/teens/adults? Lockdown day tomorrow and want to make sure I have what they'll need. I generally use regular non-medicated grower for my other breeds.

I feed high protein chick starter for both Game birds, & chicks. I use Dumor 24% Starter/grower feed.

I use it for all chicks, & Malays require a higher protein feed. 20% - 22% for adults.

 

[jckeezy]

I feed high protein chick starter for both Game birds, & chicks. I use Dumor 24% Starter/grower feed.

I use it for all chicks, & Malays require a higher protein feed. 20% - 22% for adults.

Awesome! That's the same feed I use for babies. I had wondered if they would require the higher protein, because of their size. Good to know for sure though. Thank you!

 

[MysteryChicken]

I was busy trying to win money on PCH.

 

[MysteryChicken]

Awesome! That's the same feed I use for babies. I had wondered if they would require the higher protein, because of their size. Good to know for sure though. Thank you!

You're welcome.

What feed do you use for adults? I feed 20% Nutrena Naturewise All Flock Pellets.

 

[jckeezy]

You're welcome.

What feed do you use for adults? I feed 20% Nutrena Naturewise All Flock Pellets.

I get my adult feed from our local feed store. They make it themselves. It has 20% protein. My birds seem to like it, they sure inhale enough of it . I also give them scratch daily, mixed at the feed store as well.

 

[MysteryChicken]

I get my adult feed from our local feed store. They make it themselves. It has 20% protein. My birds seem to like it, they sure inhale enough of it . I also give them scratch daily, mixed at the feed store as well.

I get mine at the feed store. And corn should only be given in moderation, or a treat. Like every once, or twice every week, or two.

 

[jckeezy]

I get mine at the feed store. And corn should only be given in moderation, or a treat. Like every once, or twice every week, or two.

I generally only add corn in the winter months, to help them keep warm through the night. I buy the big bags of grains separately, and the feed store mixes them into a scratch blend for me. That way I know what my featherbabies are getting

 

[jckeezy]

I should add that it's a local mill/feed store. Which is really nice and convenient.