Concerned About Chicks with Curled Toes, What Should I Do?

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I had a few chicks with curled toes last year, and supplementing with riboflavin (Vitamin B2) really helped. You might want to try adding some to their water or feed.
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Hatchery mix-ups happen more than they should! If you're seeing early saddle feathers, it's likely they are cockerels. Some hatcheries will refund or replace if they sent you the wrong sex.
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