How often should I change out the baby chick food? And other questions.

[mtmynatt]

Thank you so much! I will definitely do this!

 

[mtmynatt]

Welcome to our FUNomenal community!
Best Wishes & Be Well! ❤

You said you cleaned out cedar shavings......Cedar is very toxic to chickens!!! Change it out ASAP and replace with pine. Sorry, I don’t want to scare you.

Wow! I had no idea! Will change out to pine! Thank you!

 

[cluckadoodledoo13]

Hi and welcome to byc, i would change the food + water daily. I normally handle mine when cleaning whatever their staying in. That way i’m doing something essential and they’re getting used to me too!

 

[mtmynatt]

Wow! I had no idea! Will change out to pine! Thank you!

I got rid of the cedar and since my straw was wet and I haven't been to the store yet, I had the idea to use the shredded paper in my document shredder. I hope that is ok. I plan on going to store later today. Thank you for your advice.

 

[chrissynemetz]

Hi and welcome to BYC! We're glad you joined us!
I clean my chick's food and water as they get dirty. Sometimes that can be several times a day if they're feeling feisty... ☺

 

[DiYMama540]

I'm sorry I couldn't resist
Welcome to BYC!! Enjoy your chicks while they are still little!
Thanks for joining!

 

[007Sean]

Howdy and Welcome to Backyard Chickens!

 

[Wee Farmer Sarah]

Hello Margaret and welcome to BYC! Getting chicks can be a little overwhelming but don't feel bad. We have all been in your shoes at one time or another. This is a great place to learn and share all your new chicken adventures. You will be a great chicken "mama" in no time.
P.S. the shredded paper is fine for now. I even had to use puppy potty pads at times. It's OK, just stay away from cedar in the future.

 

[drumstick diva]

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