Roaming

[chickenlittle25]

Is it okay to let 3 week old chickens roam around outside ?

 

[TwoCrows]

Yes, you can take them out for field trips, but always supervise them and never leave them alone. They are hawk bait for sure. As long as the weather is good, I like to get babies out every day for some entertainment. Breaks up boredom and gets them some exercise. Start out slowly with short time periods at first so they don't stress too much and don't get cold. You can extend the time period each day as well.

if you have any other questions, feel free to ask!

Great to have you aboard and enjoy your new babies!

 

[gander007]

 

[chickenlittle25]

Are Cornish Rocks good egg laying chickens ?

 

[TwoCrows]

Are Cornish Rocks good egg laying chickens ?

Cornish Rocks are raised more for meat birds to be butchered at around 12 weeks.. I don't think they are good for being kept as layers.

 

[chickenlittle25]

Thanks everyone I'm thirteen and Me and my Family are new to raising chickens and I just have soo many questions

 

[TwoCrows]

Thanks everyone I'm thirteen and Me and my Family are new to raising chickens and I just have soo many questions

Have you stopped by our learning center here on BYC? Lots of good reads on all the aspects of keeping your new flock....

https://www.backyardchickens.com/atype/1/Learning_Center

If you have any specific questions, feel free to ask. That is what we are here for!

 

[drumstick diva]

Please do not leave 3 week old chicks alone outside, or you will be buying new ones. Every kind of predator is looking for an easy lunch- these chicks have no way to protect themselves.