Getting new chickens to add to my flock of 2...

[KauAnnie]

My friend who lives on a pasture has a ton of chickens. She has offered to let me catch some to add to my flock of 2, we use to have 3 but she is no longer with us. Her chickens are pretty wild, so any tips on how to catch them? And what should I look for in the chickens to make sure they're healthy?

Also, when we introduce them to our 2, what should I do and expect. Were planning to get 5. Thanks!!

 

[Erin~TheChickenLover]

If they are full grown, watch out! 5 may bully your 2, it just depends on the breed.

If I were to try to catch a wilder type chicken, I would wait till they get settled down to roost at night. They are pretty helpless once they get up for the night.
I hope you enjoy the chickens you will be getting!

 

[KauAnnie]

Erin~TheChickenLover :

If they are full grown, watch out! 5 may bully your 2, it just depends on the breed.

If I were to try to catch a wilder type chicken, I would wait till they get settled down to roost at night. They are pretty helpless once they get up for the night.
I hope you enjoy the chickens you will be getting!

So should I try to catch the younger looking ones?​

 

[cmom]

A fish net with a fairly long handle works nicely.