I just brought home my very first day olds about 2 hours ago (SO excited!!!!): 3, BO, 3 BR, 3, PR, 3 LB. All have watered, fed, slept and seem to be doing very well. They're even coming to an outstretched hand, which tickles me pink.
Q: One BO chick is making loud cheeping noises, pretty much constantly. She's eaten and had water, and I've tried lowering the heat lamp in case she was cold, but it didn't seem to have any effect on her behaviour. The rest of the chicks seem very happy with the brooder temp. Is it possible she's just naturally mouthy? Or should I be looking for another cause?
Please advise, oh, wise chicken people!
Q: One BO chick is making loud cheeping noises, pretty much constantly. She's eaten and had water, and I've tried lowering the heat lamp in case she was cold, but it didn't seem to have any effect on her behaviour. The rest of the chicks seem very happy with the brooder temp. Is it possible she's just naturally mouthy? Or should I be looking for another cause?
Please advise, oh, wise chicken people!