
Maintain a brooder temperature of 95°F (35°C) for the first week. |
Use a heat lamp or brooder plate. |
Use clean, dry bedding like wood shavings or straw. |
Provide chick starter feed with at least 18-20% protein. |
Always provide clean, fresh, room-temperature water. |
Avoid overcrowding; allow at least 6-8 square inches per chick to prevent stress. |
Look for signs of illness (e.g., lethargy, pasty butt). |
Chicks are social animals. Keep them in groups to avoid loneliness and stress. |
Handle them gently and frequently to make them accustomed to humans. |
Ensure the brooder is well-ventilated but free from drafts. |