Frequently Asked Questions
What breed of chicken should I buy?
All of the breeds that we offer are great layers and make brilliant backyard pets. However if your looking to fill your fridge with eggs, we recommend our Rhode Island Reds or Buff Sussex Chickens. If a fluffy and friendly companion is what your in search of, we recommend our Orpingtons or Brahmas. If you are in search of a bold and beautiful backyard statement piece, look no further then our Wyandotte and Plymouth rocks. If you cant make your mind up, we suggest one of everything! There is nothing better then a flock with a variety of colors, shapes, sizes and temperaments.
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How many chickens should I buy?
The amount of eggs that your chickens will lay, depends on the breed of chicken that you have. Some breeds do not lay in the colder months and egg production can also be effected by extreme hot weather. However on average, each chicken will lay 4 times a week. If your family generally purchases one carton of eggs per week, we suggest 2-3 chickens. If your family uses 2 egg cartons per week, we suggest 5-6 chickens. If your family uses 3 cartons of eggs per week, we suggest 9-10 chickens. But as long as you have adequate space and shelter, and are abiding by your local councils regulations, you can never really have too many chickens! Everyone loves fresh eggs!
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At what age will my chickens start to lay?
Most Pullets will begin to lay at around 5-6 months of age, however this can be largely dependent on the breed of chicken and time of year in which they reach point of lay age.
It is important to keep this in mind if you are purchasing "point of lay" chickens in winter, as they may not actually begin to lay until spring.
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How do i care for my new chicks?
In order to thrive, chicks require a warm and dry space with plenty of ventilation. They will also require a heat source such as a heat lamp or heat plate until they are fully feathered and ready to be relocated to their outdoor space at around Six to Eight weeks old. Chicks will also require a medicated chick starter feed and fresh water daily.
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If you are new to chickens, we suggest the purchase of our Chick Starter Kit, which includes a brooder box, heat lamp, feeder, waterer, medicated chick starter feed and bedding.
How do I care for my new chicken?
Your chickens will require a safe and secure coop or shelter to stay out of bad weather and sleep in at night, and space to forage and explore during the day. It is important to provide a breezy shaded area for your chickens to stay cool during hot weather, and a roost to allow them to feel safe and secure.
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Your chickens will require a high quality layer feed to keep them healthy and laying regularly, along with clean and fresh drinking water. Your chickens will also enjoy treats such as mealworms and food scraps, however be aware that some food scraps are harmful to chickens such as potato, garlic, onion, avocado, raw beans, citrus fruit and anything processed or spoiled.
How do I order and pay?
The best way to make an order is to contact us via Email, Facebook or Instagram to find out what we currently have available. We do also provide a phone number however can not guarantee an answer straight away. If we do not have what you require, we are able to place you on a waitlist, however this will require half payment which can not be refunded if your eggs/chicks are not picked up within 3 days of them becoming available. (eggs can be posted however we will require full payment before they are shipped.
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We do not currently allow orders online due to the ever changing amount of chicks and eggs that we have available. Payment can be made on pickup via bank transfer or cash.