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[ChickenChick46]

Like you said, it depends on the chicks. My two groups of bantams have been a little slower on the uptake, and we had a cold spring. So I agree, it could be earlier. 3 weeks is definitely the turning point though!

Haha it sounds like I'm coming up on their eviction date sooner rather than later.

 

[thecatumbrella]

But similar to having a baby, nothing can fully prepare you until you've got your own chicks.

This is so true. I thought I was ready for anything... oh how wrong I was. Even the medical kit I put together has been mostly useless. Chickens are great for people who like to learn, that's for sure.

 

[Sherrie H]

We put ours in their run permanently around 8 weeks (their coop is attached to their run and I had to throw them in one time and out one time, but after that they were happily using it themselves).

If I might make a suggestion; I have bought both my runs, a chicken feeder, other chicken related items, as well as other garden, kitchen, etc. items from Vevor because I like the quality, price, FAST shipping, and customer service I receive from them... so if you plan on buying from them for future items don't buy through Amazon. Buy directly from their website, first and foremost, its cheaper than going through Amazon. Second, be sure to first register as a member on their site. That way, after each purchase you make, you get a cash discount and those can be applied to your next purchase.