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From the Poultry Experts

Chick Guide



Whether you’re new to raising chickens or a long-time hen host—build your poultry palace for LESS! Shop our chick season essentials at the best everyday prices!

Building Your Brooder

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Poultry Feed & Nutrition

Feed for every stage of your flock’s growth! Our chick starter, layer, and all-flock feeds are from brands like Country Companion, Purina, and Nutrena. Their rich blends of vitamins and minerals will keep up with your chicks’ nutrition!

Chick Starter

Chick Starter

Layer Feeds

Layer Feeds

Chick Snacks & Treats

Snacks & Treats

Organic Chicken Feed

Organic

Chicken Feed for All Flocks

All-Flocks

Supplements for Chickens

Supplements

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ALL YOUR GO-TO'S IN ONE PLACE

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Everyday Care

Your Go-To Guide for Chickens!

Keep your chicks happy and healthy! We offer water additives, probiotics, and chick care kits year-round to support their well-being. Whether they’re in the brooder or the coop, our nesting boxes and feeders will keep them comfortable. Shop from OverEZ, Rugged Ranch, Precision Pet, AND SO MUCH MORE! As your go-to destination for all things chicken, we’ve got everything you need—stock up today and let them strut their stuff!

COOPS, NESTING, BOXES & ACCESSORIES

Quality henhouses & runs plus cozy nesting boxes.

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FEEDERS & WATERERS

Support the individual needs of your chicks with the perfect feeders for their age.

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HEALTH & SUPPLIES

Keep your baby chicks healthy with medicine, vaccines, and enrichment supplies!

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FAQS

Chick season typically begins in early spring and runs through late summer. Availability may vary by store, so we recommend checking with your local Coastal location for exact dates.

You’ll need a brooder, heat source, bedding, chick starter feed, a feeder, and a waterer. Optional items include a thermometer, electrolytes, and probiotics.

Start with a high-quality chick starter feed. Choose medicated or non-medicated depending on preference. Transition to grower feed at 6–8 weeks.

Keep the brooder at 95°F for the first week, reducing the temperature by 5°F each week until chicks are fully feathered.

Yes, most breeds do well together when raised from a young age and kept similar in size.

Supplements such as vitamins, electrolytes, and probiotics can help support chick health, especially during stressful periods.

Chickens are social animals. Starting with 3–6 chicks helps ensure a healthy and happy flock.

Keep the brooder clean, provide fresh feed and water daily, avoid overcrowding, and monitor chicks for signs of illness.

Once chicks are fully feathered and nighttime temperatures stay above 55°F—usually around 6–8 weeks.

Yes! Starter kits including feeders, waterers, and bedding are available at select stores.

For health and safety reasons, live chicks cannot be returned. Please plan carefully before purchasing.

Visit our Chicks Guide page for tips, videos, and product recommendations.

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Our web guides are carefully curated pages that showcase everything our stores have to offer. Whether you’re gearing up for a new project or preparing for a change in weather, we’ll help you find anything from gifting to livestock care, ensuring that you have all the essentials for every job and every season.