LittleBoPeep Posted August 5, 2008 Share Posted August 5, 2008 Hi there, our chicks are nearly two weeks old and am not sure whether I should be worming them. They are still with Mum in separate run although are with the other chickens in the garden. Any suggestions much appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egg Lou Posted August 5, 2008 Share Posted August 5, 2008 Hi there According to the research I have done, they don't need worming until adults.. my only concern with this is that they do free range so just as likely to pick up slugs with worms? Mine are 2.5 weeks old but even with the free ranging issue I am going to wait until much bigger as do not want to put anything too strong in their tummies.. the info I got seemed very certain so trusting it unless anyone knows any different? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted August 5, 2008 Share Posted August 5, 2008 They can be wormed as young as 5 weeks according to the Flubenvet manufacturers website, but it isn't necessary in the back yard situation, just in intensive set ups. I wouldn't bother if I were you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egg Lou Posted August 5, 2008 Share Posted August 5, 2008 They can be wormed as young as 5 weeks according to the Flubenvet manufacturers website, but it isn't necessary in the back yard situation, just in intensive set ups. I wouldn't bother if I were you. Thanks Egluntine.. I wasn't going to for a long while but very reassuring that you agree! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LittleBoPeep Posted August 6, 2008 Author Share Posted August 6, 2008 Great, will let them get on with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
