Duncan08 Posted May 28, 2012 Share Posted May 28, 2012 Just had a message of the breeder, Pekins are ready Need to get some supplies, and just wanted to check, should I be giving them grit at 8 weeks? Don't want to choke them if they are too little. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Salop Chuck Posted May 28, 2012 Share Posted May 28, 2012 Hi Duncan Yes they need grit (without oystershell) - its called 'chick grit' and is fine enough for chicks up to 12wks to cope with. I bought a 1.5kg tub of 'Fine Flint Grit for Chicks' for £2.69 from Flyte So Fancy. I recently bought 2 x 9wk old Light Sussex bantams and they seem to know what to do with it. The breeder said she adds it to their Growers pellets. I have carried on doing the same but also placed a small amount in a cage pot and they seem to know what it's for. It might be possible to buy a small bag of chick grit from the breeder when you pick up your chicks - it won't hurt to ask. Good luck and photoes please when you can Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
