Have a protocol in place! Just do it!
Be sure to read this article: https://www.aphis.usda.gov/livestock-poultry-disease/avian/defend-the-flock?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR2u-vw48E0oVYh5FCBcaCGO_PvBhuGeEDUWB7Dv-CgP463DjvZ1gzzUqCI_aem_wAPmFL6nYnRPrMbsVzAmMQ
Here’s ours 🫶🏻
One of the most important things to know is what temperatures chicks need to be at during their first eight weeks. Meyers Hatchery has done a great job explaining, so I thought I’d share their graphic to help you.
Today, six little silkies got to experience what it feels like to be outside.
It’s so neat to see them experience all their firsts outdoors.
Learning about grass, bugs, jumping, and playing.
They had a visitor from our neighbor Anna Grace, who just celebrated her fifth birthday. I think it is important for our birds to be approachable without them being jumpy.
What do you like about four and five week-old silkies?