Handling Chicks and Poults...

[Laughing Raven]

Hello,
I was wondering how much handling chicks/poults can handle as they are maturing and how much and what you should do with them to try and ensure they might turn out friendly and accepting of handling when they mature.
I'd like them to be tame enough so that when I handle them for a health check they don't freak out on me or get too stressed. I absolutely love animals and would never want to do anything to harm them physically or mentally and that's why I am asking all of this.
I would like to thank you in advance for any advice/help provided.

Sincerely,
Jodi

 

[countrygirl345]

As much as you have time for, just act calm without yelling or sudden movements. They will come around quickly.

 

[HerbanChicks]

I agree with countrygirl. Handle them as often as you can

 

[Laughing Raven]

Thanks countrygirl and herban, I appreciate and am now even more excited to get the little ones home. They will be eggs and meat as well as therapy animals for me so I have even more reason to keep moving and the arthritis at bay.

I'm so glad I joined this site. Everyone is very helpful.

Thanks again,
Jodi