hi im very new to this all, i need help!

[mndys chicks]

can 2 week old chicks have sunflower seeds yet?

 

[JerseyGiantfolk]

Well, they are pretty big with the shell, so I don't think chicks would be able to swallow it. I just kept mine on a steady sand mixed with their chick feed for the first 3 weeks, then gave them some broccoli to play with.

Welcome to BYC!!! We're glad you joined!

 

[aj1785]

Jersey, what should l be feeding my 5 week old chicks then? Right now they have water and crumbles. Do they need grit? Would broccoli distract them a little and keep them busy?? I have broccoli in the fridge, but don't want to give them that without the grit if they need both!

Help!

 

[Kevin565]

. At this age they do not need Grit if they are strictly on a chick starter diet. If you start feeding treats I would advise adding Grit to help with digestion.

 

[1muttsfan]

HI and welcome to BYC from northern Michigan

To avoid unbalancing their diet during intial growth and feather production, it is best to stick with just chick starter for the first 6 weeks. Then you can start introducing some treats.

 

[weimarmama]

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from Alabama. Glad you joined us.

 

[4-H chicken mom]

Hi and from Ohio. So glad you joined. I agree with 1muttsfan.