I just got back into keeping chickens after many years of living places we could not have them, so I understand how you feel! I just got some chicks, that way I know how they were raised and that they came from a disease-free place. Takes more time, but healthy chickens are worth waiting for. I have waited over 20 years! I got some nice chicks from the above mentioned member. Barred Hollands. He sent 26 when I ordered 25, all lived.
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Just arrived in this photo -- 3 days old.