To get new pullets adjusted to coop how long should i wait before letting them out... I thought i've

[whatchickens?]

I brought home two new pullets from our show last weekend... I've kept them confined to their new coop. How long shold i wait until i let them out to frre range... I thought i've read to wait a week befire doing so... Can any one confirm typical wait period?

 

[sourland]

A week is generally enough time for them to feel at home; however, if they are a flighty breed I would give them more time to adapt to their new home.

 

[whatchickens?]

Okay... Thank you... I thought that was the general rule. The white face black spanish are a flighty breed as i've read... Patiently waitng to watch these fine birds free range!

 

[bufforphington]

sorry this probably doesn't help and it most likely will sound dumb. what's a pullet?????

 

[DanEP]

A pullet is a hen under 1 year old.

 

[1muttsfan]

You might want to take this time to train your chickens to come for treats - put a little scratch in a can and shake it, then give them a little. This will really help you if you need to call them in while they are out free.

 

[SarniaTricia]

Just a quick question???
Does let out free rang mean combine with your existing flock? .... Can't stress enough the 4 week quarantine period!

Good luck with the new birds.

 

[Red Barn Farms]

Free Ranging? Means it is a method of farming where the animals are allowed to roam freely instead of being contained in any manner.