Integrating

[RobC123]

I’ve integrated new chickens into an original flock and it didn’t go good at all, so I have 7 4.5 month old chickens and the new ones are 2 months and smaller. Please let me know what is the best and easiest way I can do this..

 

[Pork Pie]

Try this link - Flock integration

 

[Ms Clucky]

let them free range for an hour before bedtime every day. They might chase the new ones, but they can get away because they are outside. after awhile, they will get use to them.

 

[FortCluck]

Try the see not touch method

Here’s a BYC articles on integrating:

https://www.backyardchickens.com/ar...using-the-“see-but-don’t-touch”-method.67839/


https://www.backyardchickens.com/articles/integrating-chickens-step-by-step.72815/

Do not get frustrated if it does not work the first or second time because sometimes the third time’s a charm.

 

[featherhead007]

Feed them all a small dose of Valium! I'm kidding!

 

[sourland]

Great links provided by Mr Porky and FortCluck.

 

[N F C]

It can be done, but be prepared, it can be a lengthy process...check out the info provided by @Pork Pie and @FortCluck.

Best wishes!

 

[FortCluck]

Feed them all a small dose of Valium! I'm kidding!
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You just made me choke

 

[featherhead007]

You just made me choke

Wouldn't have been the worst sin I ever committed! (Sorry you choked)

 

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