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Kidsgma

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Sep 14, 2020
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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?
 
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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.

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