Another week has passed and the chicks have increased their size and weight again. Unlike last week though, chick development at week 3 has a graph. That’s right people, I’ve actually put pen to paper (in a metaphorical sense). The things I do for my art… Is that statement over dramatic? Most definitely. Slightly camp? Quite possibly. Actually true? Damn right it is and the line graph later on shows the increase in weight better than I can actually explain. But first to the standard gallery of feathering out pictures (cue gallery music):
Wing development at week 3
The wings haven’t really changed much in terms of new feathers since last week. There are definitely more feathers at week 3 and they are bigger than they were last week but in terms of new feathers? Not so much. The same areas (under wings) are still just fluffy rather than feathered. I haven’t bothered uploading the picture of the tail at week 3 of development. It is exactly the same situation as with the wings. Feathers are longer. Full stop.
Flank development at week 3
The flank feathers that had started coming through last week have really for going this week. The flank feathers that were about 10mm or 1/3 inch wide (if you just read , please correct me as I haven’t bothered checking) are now a good 25mm or 1 inch wide. Quite rapid progress but not really an unexpected development as the other feathers are spreading or growing at a similar rate.
Neck development at week 3
Now the neck feather development at week 3 is something a bit more interesting. Both the front and the back of the neck have developed the beginnings of feathers. If you haven’t seen this before, it looks like someone has tries to push a feather out of a straw. If you flip back to the first picture of the post, you can see them better. They remind me of the spines on the neck of some dinosaurs. If the chicks were the size of ostriches I might be scared but at 150mm (6 inches) tall I’m mostly not worried. Mostly…
Belly development at week 3
Week three has shown another new set of feathers coming through. The belly feathers, which look suspiciously like go faster stripes if you ask me. These feathers are about the same size as the flank feathers were last week so I expect them to have met in the middle and be a wide band by this time next week. I will just have to wait and see.
In terms of weight, the graph shows it better than any explanation. Unless you can’t read graphs. In which case it doesn’t. Either way, here is my line graph of chick weights from hatch to week 3. Click on it to see the graph better. The percentage weight gain is roughly 70% for all of the birds now, even the Barbezieux which were lagging somewhat previously.
Chick weight from hatch to week 3
Anyone know if all chickens feather out in the same order or if there is some variation?
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both male and female then choosing a "straight run" will save you money
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Quantity - you must order a certain number of chicks. Typically hatcheries
will require you buy a minimum of 25 chicks at a time. The number is
necessary for the chicks survival during shipping. All 25 chicks are put
in one small box without heat. They are crowded in the box and produce
enough body heat to arrive in good shape. * The wait - If you choose to
buy chicks from a feed store you will have them the same day but if you
choose to go with a hatchery you have to wait until they are ready to ship
and then wait for the chicks to arrive. Ordering baby chicks online in
Ashley Michigan is easy and has always been a very pleasant
experience of me. It can be a little frustrating waiting for the chicks
but it's so worth the wait. When the post office calls and you hear all
those little "cheeps" or "chirps" in the background you'll know the wait
was worth it! How to Care for your new baby chickens in Ashley,
Michigan Baby chicks are extremely
charming as well as
tough to withstand,
yet it's ideal to prepare for their
arrival prior to you obtain them. Prepare first
by gathering not only the
right products, however
likewise the correct
knowledge to look after
them. Raising baby chicks is fairly
basic, you just should offer them with the following: A tidy and warm
environment Lots of food as well
as water Focus and
love Habitat Your environment can be a straightforward box, aquarium,
pet cat provider, or guinea
pig cage. Line it with old towels as well as
coverings (without loosened
strings!) to start, and also after a few weeks utilize straw over newspaper.
Note: Avoid utilizing only
newspaper or other slipper
surfaces-- or your chicks legs could expand
malformed. You likewise require
something to dish out food and also
water in, such as a chicken feeder as well as water
dish from the feed shop, or a pickle jar
lid for food and a family
pet bird water dispenser from a
pet dog shop. Likewise, as the chicks age you could present a perch
right into the environment to obtain them
trained on perching. Warmth To
maintain your chicks warm you need to
offer them with a warmth source.
This can be as simple as a 100 watt
light bulb in a reflective clamp design lamp from a
hardware shop, or an infrared reptile warmth
light bulb also work effectively (my
recommendation). Chicks require this
warmth 24/7 until their downy fluff is
changed with plumes (which could occupy to two months). The newly
hatched out require a temperature level
in between 90 and 100 levels,
and every week this could
be decreased by
approximately 5 degrees approximately. The heat resource should get on merely one side of the cage
to enable chicks a range of
temperatures. The chicks are your ideal
thermometer- if they are hiding in the
contrary corner of your heat
light, you should
decrease the temperature. If
they are smothering each various other under the
warmth (not simply cuddling),
you should include some heat.
House cleaning
Sanitation is vital and it keeps your chicks healthy. Make certain to alter
the bed linens
often and also
consistently offer tidy
food and water Food and water.
Chicks expand quite fast
which needs lots of tidy
food and also water. Offer
sufficient at all times and also examine
often to avoid thirsty as well as
starving chicks. Chick food is various compared
to adult chicken food, and it can be found in both medicated and non-medicated selections. Feed chick food for the
very first 2 months, then
switch to a raiser food (~ 17 %
healthy protein) for an additional 2 months,
then to a slightly
reduced protein feed or a layer feed
(if you have layers). Dirt Some chicks want
to obtain a running start on taking
dust bathrooms, while others will not take
up that task till they are
older. If you have the room in your chick
unit, introduce a tray of sand or
dirt for them to wash in.
Interest and love There are a couple of benefits to hanging
out with your chicks. Firstly, they will certainly most
likely bond with you and
not run away as grownups. Second, if you
examine your chicks daily as well as
see their habits, you could
capture health problem or other issues earlier. Watch out for hissing, limping, or
other harmful
signs. Make sure to
also take a look at
their poop, as looseness of the bowels can lead
to matted plumes as well
as clogged cloaca.
Last but not least, it is essential to keep an eye out for social issues, such as the
smallest chick obtaining teased. Empty nest disorder So your
chicks are currently fully feathery
as well as its time for them to leave the
security of your home
and also relocate outside into a cage. Have a look at our
part on chicken cages to learn more
concerning coops and
proper coop habitats.
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