The unboxing of pullets shipped from Meyer Hatchery

We ordered three Golden Buff started pullets from Meyer Hatchery and they were shipped to us. I wasn't sure what to expect so I thought I'd make an unboxing video. I couldn't be more happy with the service and the girls we received. They come vaccinated with their beaks trimmed. I'm still not sure what that's for, but they are all healthy and thriving.

[@bobpriddy5196]

Fascinating. Watching each box opened

[@sueb-t2183]

I like Rhode Island Reds for production

[@ragnaralmighty]

I didn't know they would ship them grown

[@christinacooper2639]

They're not full grown but close enough. They cost more and the shipping is more being they are larger than day old chicks. Not needing a brooder and not having to worry about ending up with roo was my mine reasoning behind purchasing pullets. These girls started laying within a two weeks and are still my best layers (5-6 eggs per week per hen).

[@ragnaralmighty]

@@christinacooper2639 that pretty cool
I thought they could only send day old
But you do make a valid point buy the time you brood them at day old for 3 to 4 week you burn up that much or more on electricity
And then you have to wait a little while longer to get any eggs
If you don't mind me asking all total for your 3 girls and shipping how much was it total

[@christinacooper2639]

@@ragnaralmighty I remember it being expensive but I wanted to ensure I was giving accurate numbers. I found my order slip. Now, mind you this was from October 2021 and it appears prices may have gone up. I purchased 3 Golden Buff Started Pullets at 14.77/each. The shipping is what killed me...50 each. So the total was 194.31. I still get a little sticker shock looking at that total! However, keep in mind that all three have received vaccinations, are healthy, and have a substantially higher chance of surviving their journey being shipped. Also, a plus for me is not dealing with pasty butt or discovering that one is a rooster and having to get rid of it (I live in the city). I've checked with my local farm stores to see about pullets in an effort to save on shipping, but they only have them on a first come, first serve basis and so far I haven't been quick enough.

[@ragnaralmighty]

@@christinacooper2639 still a good ideal thank you so much for the info ms cooper

[@kentuckyfarmer2192]

Trimming a chicken break is not a good thing it’s help stop pecking at each but cause so much pain.

[@christinacooper2639]

I've read mixed information of this stating that it's equivalent to us trimming our nails, but even when we trim our nails short, it can be painful. On the flip side, their beaks have grown back, but I did have concerns about beak trimming as well and it's something I don't think I'll consider in the future.

[@leahharris3323]

I think there is a difference between trimming and debeaking.