Let's see. I went in and fed everyone, gave the younger group more water, and bedding.
The 5wk old gang got new bedding, and a bit of scratch grain thrown in with it.
Second time out, I let the 5 wk olds out the coop to free range a bit. The loved scratching in the leaves under the coop, and eating some fresh spring grass. I sat outside with them and my 10 mon. old mini daschund for 2 hrs.
Encouraged everyone it was time to go in. 5 white chicks went right in, spent another 30 mins trying to convince the 3 RIR, and last white chickie that inside for naps was the best idea since a hawk was flying around overhead. They seemed to think the leaves made a better bed. (No idea what white chicks are!
TSC sold me them as New Hampshire reds, but they most certainly arent!! Not cornish X, don't look lean like a leghorn, so I'm guessing they are white rocks, or ? Can't remember other solid white breed that lays brown eggs. ??)
Went back out because I forgot to turn the light off. Gave older gang some yogurt.
Attempted to 'bond' with the 4 week olds, but they were having NO part of it! They are extremely antisocial with humans! Thsi group consists of 6 EE, 4 Austrolorps, 2 RIR, 2 Cochins (I think), and 2 SLW. I've no idea why they all fly around squaking like mad everytime I put my hands anywhere near them. I'm afraid this gang will have to wait until the run is complete before they can enjoy the ground! They are also growing at a much slower rate and I cant figure out why! We've done everything the exact same with both groups!
I know I'll go back out tonight, give older gang new water, and turn light on if they need it.
