Feed question

[CluckerCarrolls]

Is it ok that I gave my 9 day old chick a worm and chick grit? After I gave her it, I worried it was too soon!

 

[AltonaAcres]

A little early for worms, the don't yet have a strong immune system to deal with whatever was in the soil that the worm came from, however chicks should be getting chick grit almost every day.

 

[CluckerCarrolls]

Will she be ok?

 

[AltonaAcres]

Yes. it may even help boost her immune system by introducing new bacteria. Keep in mind a chick being raised by a broody hen would eat all sorts of things off the ground like bugs, plants, and worms. I just wouldn't do it with mine.

 

[CluckerCarrolls]

Ok, thank you sooo much! I was really worried I hurt her!

 

[AltonaAcres]

Anytime! I wouldn't worry.