When can I move my chickens to the coop?

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i have 3 week old Isa brown chicks! When can I move them to the coop?
 
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It depends on what the outdoor temperature is, I put my chicks out as soon as 3 1/2 to 4 weeks, as long as it's above 40F out.

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Generally chicks are moved out of the brooder once they are fully feathered about 6 weeks or so. You could move to the coop sooner if you have a heat lamp in there till they adjust to your weather. I'm thinking Michigan is probably still having cold days, as we are in Illinois.
 
drumstick diva said:
Generally chicks are moved out of the brooder once they are fully feathered  about 6 weeks or so.   You could move to the  coop sooner if you have a heat lamp in there till they adjust to your weather.  I'm thinking Michigan is probably still having cold days, as we are in Illinois.
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Thank you!
 
drumstick diva said:
Generally chicks are moved out of the brooder once they are fully feathered  about 6 weeks or so.   You could move to the  coop sooner if you have a heat lamp in there till they adjust to your weather.  I'm thinking Michigan is probably still having cold days, as we are in Illinois.
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Thank you! And yes, Michigan is still in the 30's!
 

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