Hello from sunny Australia

[TryxiChick]

Hello!

We have had 2 x chickens (Australorp, bought as point of lay) for 4yrs up until recently, they've gone to a friend's house to live out a nice life on acreage. The change has coinsided with School holidays starting here has prompted me to go for chicks! Now thinking silkies as our OG chickens weren't very friendly and kids (4 &6yo) were always a bit miffed they didn't want to cuddle.

I have some concerns, raising 1-2wk old chicks. They will be inside initially, garage or laundry. Thinking 5 will be ok in our tractor coop. Although the coop is up off the ground (Omlet Eglu Up and GO with 2m run) wondering if silkies can manage that? And at what age... Any input appreciated

K

 

[Isaac 0]

Hello, and welcome to BYC.

 

[HappyClucker7]

Welcome to BYC!

 

[featherhead007]

Barred Rocks cuddle more! just FYI.

 

[Muscovy Wunda]

Welcome to BYC fellow Aussie! Never owned a bird friendlier (and willing to be cuddled) more then a silkie. But thats just my experience. Overall, great for gentle kids, not great for egg production. I've seen the omlet range it should be okay for them, and will definetly hold 5 tiny silkies.

 

[Chickstarrs]

Welcome!

 

[Vickischics]

Welcome to BYC. Congratulations on starting up another flock for your children which will teach them kindness to animals. That's GREAT!

 

[Starburst]

Hi, and welcome to BYC! So excited you joined!
Make yourself at home in this amazing community!

 

[orloffer]

Welcome to BYC! There is so much to see, do, and learn here!

 

[drumstick diva]

Thank you for joining us at BYC. I visit the Aussie thread daily ("Australia, six states and one funny little Island."). Very nice folks there.