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/Mixed flock OK?

Discussion in 'Managing Your Flock' started by Justino, Jan 3, 2008.

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  1. Jan 3, 2008 #1
    Justino

    Justino ♪♫ Rockin' Rooster ♪♫

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    is it ok to add 1 or 2 chickens to my flock of 2???im gettin a silkie and an americauna to add to my BR and Americauna [​IMG]
     
  3. Jan 3, 2008 #2
    rooster-red

    rooster-red Here comes the Rooster

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    After you quarentine the new birds for 3-4 weeks to makes sure you're not introducing disease to your original birds.
     
  5. Jan 3, 2008 #3
    hypnofrogstevie

    hypnofrogstevie chick magnet

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    quarentine then supervise to make sure they are beating each others brains out
     

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