{"product_id":"2-in-1-chick-starter-kit-brooder-and-pen","title":"2-in-1 Chick Starter Kit Brooder and Pen","description":"\u003ch2 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChick Brooder and Grow-Out Pen Starter Kit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRaise baby chicks and support their growth with a chick brooder and grow-out pen starter kit designed for indoor poultry care. This kit combines a thermostat-controlled brooder for young chicks with a ventilated grow-out pen for developing pullets and young chickens before they transition to an outdoor or free-range flock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for beginner backyard chicken keepers and small-scale farms, the two-stage setup helps organize your birds' early growth while making feeding, waste management, and cleaning more manageable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures and Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThermostat-controlled brooding:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Chick Brooder – 1 Layer helps maintain a stable temperature during the early weeks of chick development.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated feeding and drinking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built-in feeders and drinkers support everyday chick care, while the feeder design helps reduce feed waste.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRemovable manure trays:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep trays collect waste and can be removed to simplify routine cleaning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower-washable polypropylene:\u003c\/strong\u003e The smooth, non-porous PP plastic surface helps minimize bacteria buildup and odors and is designed for power washing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoom to grow:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Grow-Out Pen – 1 Layer Addition provides a ventilated space for pullets and young chickens as they develop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStackable, expandable design:\u003c\/strong\u003e The grow-out pen can be stacked and expanded as your flock grows.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePractical waste management:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep manure trays in both units help make routine maintenance more manageable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDesigned for Two Stages of Early Chicken Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStage 1: Brooding baby chicks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the chick brooder during the first several weeks, approximately weeks 1–6. Its thermostat-controlled heating system helps maintain a stable temperature, while integrated feeders, drinkers, and a removable manure tray support everyday care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStage 2: Growing young chickens\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt around weeks 6–12, the grow-out pen provides a ventilated space for pullets and young chickens as they continue developing. Its stackable design allows for expansion, and the pen can also help when introducing new birds to an existing flock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStage 3: Transitioning to an outdoor flock\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBirds can move toward an outdoor or free-range setup as they develop and conditions allow. Timing varies with breed, room temperature, and the surrounding environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEasy-Clean PP Plastic Construction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth units use a polypropylene plastic system designed for practical poultry care. The smooth, non-porous surface helps minimize bacteria buildup and odors, and the components are power-washable for cleaning. Unlike wood, the plastic does not absorb moisture in the same way, and unlike metal, it is rust-proof.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chick brooder and grow-out pen kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntended use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indoor brooding and growing young chickens before transition to an outdoor flock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 15 chicks or growing birds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Polypropylene (PP) plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChick brooder dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 38.6” L × 24” W × 15” H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrow-out pen dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 38.6” L × 24” W × 15” H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeating:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thermostat-controlled brooder heating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCleaning features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Power-washable plastic and deep removable manure trays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpandability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stackable grow-out pen design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × Chick Brooder – 1 Layer (15-inch height)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × Grow-Out Pen – 1 Layer Addition (15-inch height)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBefore You Buy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit includes one chick brooder and one grow-out pen addition. The suggested capacity is up to 15 chicks or growing birds; actual suitability depends on the birds and their stage of development. The approximate age ranges are guidelines, as growth and transition timing vary by breed and environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor additional product-specific details, review the individual \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hatchingtime.com\/products\/chick-brooder-1-layer-height-15-inches\" title=\"brooder\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003echick brooder specifications\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hatchingtime.com\/products\/grow-out-pen-h-15-layer-addition\" title=\"pen\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003egrow-out pen specifications\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003eSimplify your poultry setup with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.gonebroody.com\/collections\/bundles-starter-kits?grid_list=grid-view\u0026amp;filter.v.price.gte=\u0026amp;filter.v.price.lte=\" title=\"Poultry Equipment Bundles \u0026amp;amp; Starter Kits\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePoultry Equipment Bundles \u0026amp; Starter Kits\u003c\/a\u003e and explore options for your flock! =)\u003c\/h2\u003e","brand":"Hatching Time","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67748801183998,"sku":"FR-CHICKEN-STARTERKIT","price":629.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0706\/3329\/2030\/files\/Chick_brooder_and_grow-out_pen_starter_kit_for_raising_baby_chicks_and_young_chickens.jpg?v=1792098156","url":"https:\/\/www.gonebroody.com\/ar\/products\/2-in-1-chick-starter-kit-brooder-and-pen","provider":"Gone Broody","version":"1.0","type":"link"}