That is a great idea, i gave them a flat piece of wood to lay on but i don't want to lose any getting their foot stucj through. I put in paper towel and the smallest guinea was getting its toes pecked. So i sprinkled feed on the towel. I don't have chicks yet to teach them to eat.They look great Deb, May I make a suggestion ? The wire they are on looks too big for their feet and maybe some shelf liner or paper towels for a while would help.