First Time Chick Care - How to Prepare
Brooder Checklist
Brooders are temporary (2 months) so even a large cardboard box works if you're on a budget. Get creative and search for brooder tips online. No matter what you use the basic care rules still apply...keep them dry, clean, and safe from predators.
- Chick Starter Feed
- Food and Water Feeders
- Heat Lamp or Plate
- Bedding Material (Hay or Pine Shavings)
- Container (1/2 sq ft space per chick)
Brooders are temporary (2 months) so even a large cardboard box works if you're on a budget. Get creative and search for brooder tips online. No matter what you use the basic care rules still apply...keep them dry, clean, and safe from predators.
Mo'Moa Eco-Rental
If you only need a heater for 1-2 months and want to save $$$
Mo'Moa Eco-rental just makes sense!
Mo'Moa Eco-rental just makes sense!
How does the rental program work?
Step 1: Request to rent using request form at top of page
Step 2: Schedule pick-up in Lihue (delivery fee applied for outside Lihue) Step 3: Happily raise your chicks in a sheltered brooder for 2 months or till they have feathers Step 4: Carefully clean and schedule your return The Eco- rental heat plate cost is $18 per month. It includes: (1) Heat plate + (1) No roost cone A $50 deposit is required with the purchase of 1 month rental. This is a fully refundable deposit when returned in compliance to agreed rental terms. As mom always said the golden rule when borrowing something is to take great care of it and return it in same or better condition. Mom knows best :) Free pick-up within Lihue. Delivery possible with fee of $2/mile roundtrip. |