4m x 3m Omlet pen, cube, new auto door still boxed and coop light

[Dave36]

Hi we are new owners to 17 week old chicks, We are feeding them layer pellets but they dont seem very interested in eating them if we put corn in the pen they go mad for it, should we change there feed or just let them get used to the layer pellets, We dont want to see them go hungry, can anyone help please

[Egluntyne]

Hello and welcome to the forum.

 

I would harden your heart and only let them have pellets for a few days, and then maybe just a handful of mixed corn as a treat to lure them into their run at night.

 

The pellets contain all the nutrients they need, whereas the corn doesn't, and too much can make them fat.

 

 

Their liking for pellets will increase as they come into lay, as their appetites will quadruple.

[Dave36]

Many thanks for your help and guidance and your quick response to my questions, you will probably see more of me asking for help .

Many thanks

Dave

[Christian]

Hello Dave and welcome to the forum

 

As Egluntine says, they will eat more when they come into lay. Mine also eat more in the winter, I think it is to keep themselves warm (i know that is the case with me )

 

If you have any questions, please ask