Quarantining new chickens, before introducing them into your Flock

[lorijohnson823]

I just started Raising Silkies this Sping! I have 2 older pullets in my Chicken coop and 6 chicks in my brooder. I want to get another Bantam Breed. I am thinking about orpingtons or cochins. How does everyone Quarantine their new chickens? I am trying to think of the best way possible. Does anyone just use a chicken tractor for quarantining?
Please let me know what you do. Any Advice would be great! Thanks!!!

 

[Judy]

I'd think a chicken tractor would be ideal. They need to be a good distance apart, with the new birds downwind. Handle the new ones last, with attention to handwashing and clothing. A good thread on this:

https://www.backyardchickens.com/t/12751/urgent-reminder-please-quarantine-newly-acquired-birds

 

[lorijohnson823]

Thanks for the info! I will be looking to build one, later this summer.