Help! Newbie here!

[Ashley Mac]

I have two, 2 year old Isa Browns. I have two Silver Wyandotte chicks and 2 Amercaunas that were born on 8/18. When do I introduce them to my older 2? I also have 10 Cornish rocs chicks that were born on 8/18 as well but I'm pretty comfortable with what I need to do with them. All the chick's are currently residing together. I'm trying to decide at what age the 4 layers need to be introduced to my Isa's. I will gladly accept any advice.

 

[chickendreams24]

That is really a personal preference. I would wait until they're at least about half or more of the size of the isa's but usually I go by now they're acting when they see each other. I keep them separate for a time on either side of a fence or something so that they can see each other but can't fight or hurt one another. I usually introduce large fowl at between 8-12 weeks give or take.

 

[chickendreams24]

What kind of temperament do your isa's have? That's the biggest factor. I know some people probably introduce them sooner and some later. Knowing my flock I know they are more accepting of juveniles rather than adult or nearly adult birds.

 

[Pork Pie]

Here's some links that may help you out.

https://www.backyardchickens.com/t/1126547/topic-of-the-week-integrating-chicks-into-an-adult-flock

https://www.backyardchickens.com/t/1069595/introducing-chicks-to-adults#post_16276224

https://www.backyardchickens.com/a/introducing-new-chickens-using-the-see-but-don-t-touch-method

https://www.backyardchickens.com/t/1098683/introducing-new-chickens-to-old-flock#post_16895615

I'd suggest having a look through them all and then devising an approach that works for you.

Good luck
CT