Baby chicks need heat without their mother hens, says Marissa Ames. Over the years we’ve shared various resources about baby chick care, stewardship and care. A few of those links are listed here. Much of the information is evergreen and applicable as people bring home chicks and ducklings this spring.
Sources:
- It’s all about the heat, Backyard Poultry, February 26, 2019. Link.
- They bought Easter baby chicks. Now what? AHD, April 21, 2021. Link.
- Backyard chickens? Wash your hands. Don’t kiss chicks. AHD, May 26, 2020. Link.
- Sick chicks: 7 common illnesses you may encounter, AHD, March 16, 2021. Link.
Also see: Search results for: chicks, AHD. Link.