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Date Posted: 19:29:33 04/11/07 Wed
Author: Diane
Author Host/IP: 158.69.1.148
Subject: Re: Cage setup
In reply to: Peej 's message, "Cage setup" on 16:31:32 04/11/07 Wed

You'll definately need to move the chicks and the hen into another cage. The others will treat the chicks as intruders and the end will not be pleasant. It's best to line the bottom of the cage with soft shelf liner or traction for the chicks and keep an eye on the hen for the first/second day to see how she mothers her babies.

If she looks as though she will warm them on a regular basis, you may leave her alone with them and will not need any extra light for warmth. If she doesn't seem to care for them, you'll need to moved her back with the others and put a light source on them night and day. Good luck!

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