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Trimming nails...

Discussion in 'Managing Your Flock' started by krobin04, Jun 14, 2010.

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  1. Jun 14, 2010 #1
    krobin04

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    Am I supposed to trim chicks nails? Some are curving around. What kind of clippers to use?
     
  2. Jun 15, 2010 #2
    ChickenCop

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    Until your birds actually get a chance to get on the ground and scratch/file their nails it wouldnt hurt especially if they start to look out of wack. I use a small pair of side snips, allows you to get the entire nail and will work in the future for when the birds get bigger. Just keep in mind not to cut them too short.
     
  3. Jun 15, 2010 #3
    elmo

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    Post a picture so we can see what you're seeing.

    Not that I've raised that many chicks, but I've never noticed anything like that before.
     
  4. Jun 15, 2010 #4
    Leah and peeps

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    Yaa id like to see too [​IMG]
     

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