When my chicks were in the brooder, I would sprinkle grit in their food but I didn't feed it in a separate container. I added grit when I started giving the chicks treats. They were just moved out to the coop and currently eating grower feed. I thought I would add a container of grit to their coop so they could eat as needed. I went out to check on them today and they completely ate all 2 cups of grit in one day! (I have nine 7 week olds.) It seemed like an excessive amount. I was hoping I could get some insight from the experts on how much grit they should have and if I should provide it at all times. I should add that they have not been allowed out of the coop since we just put them out there last weekend and the run is not quite secure.
We also have PDZ in the poop boards and I have seen them eating this as well. Is this another form of grit?
I appreciate any help for a newbie!!
And of course a picture of the "grit consumers"!
We also have PDZ in the poop boards and I have seen them eating this as well. Is this another form of grit?
I appreciate any help for a newbie!!
And of course a picture of the "grit consumers"!