Newbie here

[Kidsgma]

Hi there, I’ve just begun raising some chickens and am having a great time. I started out with 6, however I lost 4 last winter. I just purchased 8 more, ISA browns, Rhode island reds, sapphire Olive eggers and sapphire splash. I can’t wait to start getting eggs. I do have a question. I had 2 older chickens and I have already put 4 of my new chickens in the coop, so far so good. I was afraid the older girls would pick on the younger girls. should I have separated them? Like I said they seem to be getting along, but in the future, how do you usually introduce new ones to older ones?

 

[N F C]

Hello, it's nice to have you here! If your flock is getting along ok, then I'd leave them alone. Often, there will be a problem integrating without a gradual introduction. Also, a period of isolation is recommended for new birds to be sure they don't bring a health issue to your older birds.

Thanks for joining!

 

[Kidsgma]

Oh cool ok, thanks for responding, I thought maybe the older birds felt outnumbered! Lol

 

[Chick-N-Fun]

Welcome to our FUNomenal Flock!
Pull up a roost & enjoy your time here!

 

[Fuchsia]

Hello and welcome to BYC!

 

[TwoCrows]

Hello there and welcome to BYC!

Its definitely best to introduce new birds slowly, just keep an eye on things and always intervene if arguing turns bloody.

Good luck with your flock and welcome to ours!

 

[sourland]

Hello, and welcome to BYC.

 

[Isaac 0]

Hello, and welcome to BYC.

 

[DobieLover]

Hello and welcome to BYC! Glad you joined.

 

[tribalacres]

Welcome to BYC! You’re gonna love it here.