New to raising chickens

[bunny foo foo]

Hi I have 4 chicks red rock breed I believe they r older than what I was told as I got them on Mother's Day and they have feathers already. Just built a chicken coup but not sure when I can put them outside any helpful suggestions would be greatly appreciated!!

 

[drumstick diva]

If you mean they are fully feathered out, they can go outside.

 

[Basskids08]

Hi I have 4 chicks red rock breed I believe they r older than what I was told as I got them on Mother's Day and they have feathers already. Just built a chicken coup but not sure when I can put them outside any helpful suggestions would be greatly appreciated!!

Hello and welcome to our flock! Here is a nice thread about your question, https://www.backyardchickens.com/t/874714/when-can-chicks-go-outside. I hope it helps and good luck!

 

[TwoCrows]

Welcome to BYC!

It is best to wait until they are fully feathered which is usually around 6 weeks old. But if you are in doubt about their age, wait another week just to be sure. Have you stopped by our learning center yet? Lots of good articles on all the aspects of keeping poultry....

https://www.backyardchickens.com/atype/1/Learning_Center

Enjoy your new babies and welcome to our flock!

 

[sumi]

Welcome to BYC

Glad you joined us! We have a contest running for our new members, if you are interested. Rules and how to enter here:

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Enjoy the site!

 

[Kelsie2290]

Hello and Welcome To BYC! You've gotten some good advice above about your chicks, you could also post pictures if you want some input into how old people think they are.

 

[DBL Heart]

Welcome to Byc good luck with your flock hope you have a great learning time and experience.

 

[BantamFan4Life]

Welcome to BYC! Glad you joined us!

 

[sourland]

Welcome to BYC.

 

[bunny foo foo]

Thank you everyone!! Will post some pics soon!