Frequently Asked Questions – Chicken Breeds For Sale.
Welcome to our FAQ section! We’ve collected the most common questions about ordering chickens for sale online, shipping, care, and our Live Arrival Guarantee.
🛒 Ordering
Q: How do I place an order?
Browse our poultry categories, choose your desired chicks, pullets, or hatching eggs, add them to your cart, and complete checkout securely online.
Q: Can I mix different breeds in one order?
Yes! You can combine different breeds of chicks or poultry in a single order, as long as they’re available on the same hatch date.
Q: Do you offer bulk discounts?
Yes. We have Bulk Free Ship Poultry options and discounts for larger orders.
📦 Shipping
Q: How are live chickens shipped?
All live poultry is shipped in secure, ventilated boxes with heat or cool packs depending on the season. Shipments are made via USPS Priority Mail or other approved live carriers.
Q: How long does shipping take?
Most orders arrive within 1–3 days after being shipped. Delivery depends on hatch schedules and weather conditions.
Q: Where will I pick up my birds?
Most orders are held at your local post office for pickup. Customers are responsible for collecting promptly after arrival.
Q: Do you ship nationwide?
Yes, we ship across the U.S., with restrictions in some states and during extreme weather conditions.
🐥 Care & Housing
Q: What do I need before my chicks arrive?
You’ll need:
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A brooder with safe bedding (pine shavings recommended)
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A heat lamp or brooder plate
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Chick starter feed (18–20% protein)
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A clean waterer
Q: When will my pullets start laying eggs?
Pullets begin laying around 20 weeks of age. Our 15–20 week-old pullets usually start producing within weeks of arrival.
Q: Can I raise different poultry species together?
Yes, many customers raise chickens, ducks, and guinea fowl together. Just ensure housing space is adequate and feeding is managed.
💳 Refunds & Guarantee
Q: What if my chicks don’t survive shipping?
Our Live Arrival Guarantee covers you. Contact us within 24 hours, provide photos, and we’ll arrange replacements or credit.
Q: Do you accept returns?
Because we ship live animals, returns are not possible. However, refunds or credits are available under our Live Arrival Guarantee.
Q: Do you guarantee hatch rates for hatching eggs?
We guarantee eggs are fresh and carefully packed. However, hatch rates cannot be guaranteed because incubation conditions are outside our control.
Q: Can I cancel my order?
Yes, cancellations are accepted up to 48 hours before shipping. After that, cancellations are not possible.