another new chicken keeper

[chicken slave]

I think we all must be in the same boat, I am new to the site as well and have just received my chicks last week they are now about 2 weeks old.
I have read alot on the internet as well, I'm really confused on disease control as my little ones have not been vaccinated to my knowledge and I don't really want to fill them full of chemicals if I can avoid it.
We are building a coop and run this weekend (well I am OH probably supervising), musn't complain he always does the digging when asked.
I found getting the chicks quite simple as I was in a pet shop getting things for my dogs and noticed the advert. As I am quite impulsive I rang them straight away then paniced about a brooder pen and heat lamp etc.
Any advice on what they will NEED to keep them safe and allow them to flourish is greatfully accepted, and needed

[Eyren]

What little sweeties!

See the other thread where you posted the same question, as I saw that one first

[chicken slave]

Thanks Eyren

I think they maybe a bit older than the lady said as they have wing, back and tail feathers (which make them look so funny) they are also flying any chance they get. Food and water is available at all times and floor covering is being changed twice a week, and more than plenty of space (the brooder pen was made quickly so it stayed at the size of the hardboard sheets). The chick crumb states unmedicated on the bag do I have to supplement them with the medication??????
They are all fine sparkly little eyes, clean airways and all other ways and they can eat for england.
And yes I'm an over protective foster mum!!!!!

[di]

AAaaww!Sorry absolutely no advice but had to say what cuties!!All the best & congratulations on motherhood!!