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What do hens need to survive?

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Commercial feed is recommended and chicks need a special diet that is small enough for them to eat and digest easily. Ask for a "chick starter" when buying feed from an agro store. There are many brands available.

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Hens need food, water, space, clean house for them and care for them to survive.

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