I just hatched my first chick in the coop. Can I leave it with the hen? The nesting box is approx 2 ft off of the floor of the coop, so I don't know what I need to do as far as water and food go for the chick. Can it get down from the box? I have only ever bought chicks and reared then inside. Any help or suggestions would be appreciated.
you need to put the hen and the chick at ground level away from everyone else. Provide food and water close by. Does she have more eggs? you have to make sure she is taking care of the chick.