what have i done

[Chicken007]

i have 7 16 week old white sussex pullets i went to the feed store today to buy some more layer pellets however they did not have any and will only get some more next week. so i got some layer mash instead. will this be ok for a week if not can i do anything else to improve their diet?

Help is much apreciated

 

[leadwolf1]

I think, that 16 weeks is too young for layer pellets or mash. They do not need the extra calcium until they are actually laying and normally are fed starter until 18 + weeks. I would get a bag of starter and let them eat that instead.

 

[Chicken007]

the store has run out and i cannot got to the other one as i do not have a car will the mash be ok for just one week if fed dry?

 

[Chicken007]

so do we think it will be ok guys?

 

[leadwolf1]

I'm sorry, I don't know the answer...I have never used it. I hope someone can help...I guess if that is all you have to feed them, it will have to be okay.

 

[lincolnlogsfarm]

crackle is the best stuff

 

[Izzymoon]

It should be fine, just try and get some Chick starter as soon as possible then save the layer mash till they need it. Try and save it in a cool dry place and it should be ok till you need it. You should go to grower before layer too