Olsen’s Guide to Raising Happy, Healthy Chicks

Before Your Chicks Arrive

Make sure your brooder is set up before pickup day.

You’ll need:

• A draft-free brooder (stock tank, tote, or box)

• Heat source (heat lamp or brooder plate)

• Chick starter feed

• Feeder & Waterer

• Bedding (pine shavings work best)

Feeding Your Chicks

• Feed chick starter from day one

• Keep feed available at all times

• No treats until chicks are at least 2 weeks old

Water Basics

• Fresh, clean water at all times

• Use shallow waterers to prevent drowning (add marbles or stones for extra safety)

• Change water daily (or more often if it gets dirty)

Bedding & Cleanliness

• Use pine shavings (avoid cedar)

• Keep bedding dry and fluffy

• A clean brooder helps prevent odor, illness, and pasty butt

Handling & Socialization

• Handle chicks gently and often

• Move slowly and calmly

• This helps create friendly adult chickens

The Fun Part

Aside from being self-sufficient, watching chicks grow is half the joy of being a chicken parent. They’ll develop personalities fast. Name them, raise them and watch your new feathered family make your backyard come to life!

Olsen's is Here to Help!

From baby chicks to feed to supplies, we’ve got everything you need to raise a healthy flock!

Questions? Stop by your local Olsen’s store... we love talking chickens 🐣