I have been looking at all of the hatcheries online and I am unsure what to do. I would like to do a small order of less than 25, but Meyer does not have all of the breeds that I want. With the small order charge it costs the same as ordering 25. I was looking at ordering the ornamental layer assortment from McMurray and selling or giving away the ones that I choose not to keep. I wouldn't think I would have any trouble finding homes for them since they will be pullets. I would plan to keep 8 of them and find homes for the rest.
I thought about just buying some older pullets, but I really want my kids to have the experience of raising chicks. I could hatch a few, but at this point I don't want any roo's, my neighbors are pretty close.
What would be the best option for me? Just do the small order program? I thought the ornamental layer assortment would be nice, I would have a nice selection to choose from but I would be stressed if I couldn't find homes for the rest of them. Did any of you all order more chicks than you wanted?
I know I am rambling... I just keep going back and forth on what to do. I could pre order the chicks from Mcmurray now so I am getting a little anxious
I thought about just buying some older pullets, but I really want my kids to have the experience of raising chicks. I could hatch a few, but at this point I don't want any roo's, my neighbors are pretty close.
What would be the best option for me? Just do the small order program? I thought the ornamental layer assortment would be nice, I would have a nice selection to choose from but I would be stressed if I couldn't find homes for the rest of them. Did any of you all order more chicks than you wanted?
I know I am rambling... I just keep going back and forth on what to do. I could pre order the chicks from Mcmurray now so I am getting a little anxious
