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[wencor]

We got our baby chicks 4 weeks ago. There were 18 of them, but we just lost one from unexplained sudden death. I'm hoping to learn how to give them the best care and how to look for warning signs that something might be wrong.

 

[featherhead007]

Welcome to our roost. This site is a great place for help with your new flock. And congratulations.

 

[drumstick diva]

It's not unusual to lose a chick or two in the beginning, some may not be thriving from the start .Or may have some internal deformity that is not readily apparent.

 

[pennyJo1960]

Welcome to Backyard Chickens she is right it can be hard to keep them all

 

[Chick-N-Fun]

Welcome to our FUNomenal Flock!

Make yourself at home & have lots of fun!

 

[Isaac 0]

Welcome, It's so great to have you here!

 

[DiYMama540]

Welcome to BYC! Sorry for the sudden loss of your chick! Hatching and transportation is rough on the little ones. They get tougher as they get older!
Thanks for joining our flock!

 

[bluemtnwmn]

Welcome! I'm so sorry for your lost chickie. I've found many helpful articles on this site. Pretty sure I would have lost one already without the forums here! We've got 17. Good luck.

 

[chrissynemetz]

Welcome to BYC! I'm so sorry you lost your chick. Sometimes there isn't really any warning that anything is wrong.
Good luck with your remaining chicks, I hope you enjoy raising them.

 

[BigBlueHen53]

Hi and welcome to the wonderful world of chicken chat and hen care. It's what we do! Just ask questions and someone(s) will try to answer and help you out, there are lots of experienced, knowledgeable and helpful people here on these boards! Enjoy your chookies! ❤