1. Mar 23, 2012 #1
   

   Jeanette13 In the Brooder

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   Mar 3, 2012

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   I have six 3-4 week old chicks in a brooder, and just switched to sand after reading how easy it is to clean. They are eating the stuff as if I haven't feed them in ages... Will they stop eating it once the novelty wears off, or should I be worried?

    


4. Mar 23, 2012 #2
   

   FireTigeris Tyger! Tyger! burning bright

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   Jacksonville, FL - Arligton-

   They need something to help grind up food (grit), also there's sometimes minerals in dirt they need too.

    

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