How to introduce new chickens to flock

[austinandkara]

I have 6 full grown chickens right now that grew up together. They stay in the coop at night but have free reign of the yard during the day. I would like to add more to my flock, and I was wondering if it is possible to introduce new chickens to the flock. I would love to hear your experiences as to what works best. Thank you

 

[CMV]

Here's a link on integration. I've used this method and found it to be very successful. Good luck.

https://www.backyardchickens.com/web/viewblog.php?id=2593-adding-to-your-flock

 

[austinandkara]

Thank you!! Thats a great article-very helpful.

 

[ChickensAreSweet]

To minimize risk of bringing disease into your flock you might want to start with day-old chicks or hatching eggs.

Some chicken diseases leave chickens carriers, and they would pass the month-long recommended quarantine. I have read posts of people having to cull the whole flock because of bringing in diseases. Some diseases even pass from hen to chick/egg.

If you buy from a reputable breeder, hopefully that wouldn't be a concern. But I'd still quarantine.

 

[Buff Hooligans]

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Thank you CMV, it's nice to know that the article helps some people.

 

[CMV]

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Thank you CMV, it's nice to know that the article helps some people.

It sure does! I have posted that article about 20 times in the last couple months. It is the best write-up on flock integration that has come along so far. We should be saying thank you.

Thanks Buff Hooligans!!!!