Hello out there!

[Tagilli]

I am new to chickens and to this site. I have 3 hens that were hatched in March and they are cooped with my Mom and Dad's flock. They have 6 that are a few months older than mine and then they have 2 hens and a rooster that are approximately a year old. My parents are also new to chickens this year. I was doing a search online to see if I could give my chickens raisins and came across this site. This is nice to have a place to come to for questions.

 

[iwiw60]

I'm not a 100% positive, but I recall reading somewhere that raisins are not recommended as 'treats' for them. Something about the high sugar count, etc. I could be wrong, though...someone else here might have better info for you...good luck with your little flock!!

 

[ronmauldin]

Welcome from the Ocean State! Never tried raisins, but mine love grapes as an occasional treat.

 

[Kelsie2290]

Hello and Welcome To BYC! You might like to check out the Chicken Treat chart from the Learning Center, lots of ideas for treats! https://www.backyardchickens.com/a/chicken-treat-chart-the-best-treats-for-backyard-chickens and be sure to check out the BYC Learning Center in general, lots of good articles on all aspects of chicken keeping. https://www.backyardchickens.com/atype/1/Learning_Center

 

[TwoCrows]

Welcome to BYC!

Oh, raisins are to die for!! They love them. Keep them to a minimum as they are very sugary. But they are not harmful and the birds will love them!!

Enjoy all your poultry adventures and welcome to our flock!

 

[sumi]

Welcome to BYC

Glad you joined us! We have a contest running for our new members, if you are interested. Rules and how to enter here:

https://www.backyardchickens.com/t/885886/welcome-to-byc-sign-up-and-win/0_30

Enjoy the site!

 

[gander007]

 

[drumstick diva]

and Welcome to the flock. Chickens also love watermelon.