It'sMeStan
In the Brooder
- Jun 5, 2017
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I have a mixed flock of 8 that will be 2 weeks old tomorrow. I've noticed that my little buckeye chick is growing much more slowly than her flock mates/sisters. She is definitely growing, and thriving (very active, etc.), but looks more the way the other 7 did at 1 week. The bit of information I was able to find indicated that buckeyes may grow slowly, but that they would feather quickly. She also had very few feathers compared to the others, and no tail feathers to speak of (which now has me concerned "she" may be a "he" ... Unfounded? Too early to tell?)
I'm concerned as to wether this is normal. I've also read a little that buckeyes may need a bit more protein than other breeds. Could this have something to do with her slower growth rate? They are eating a starter feed with 20.5% protein. Should I be supplementing her diet with high protein treats? How would I do this? Should I offer them away from the others?
Any advice or opinions would be very appreciated.
Thanks
Julianna
I'm concerned as to wether this is normal. I've also read a little that buckeyes may need a bit more protein than other breeds. Could this have something to do with her slower growth rate? They are eating a starter feed with 20.5% protein. Should I be supplementing her diet with high protein treats? How would I do this? Should I offer them away from the others?
Any advice or opinions would be very appreciated.
Thanks
Julianna