How Do You Raise Exotic Sultan Chickens?
Sultan chickens are an exotic breed of chicken raised for exhibition and as pets rather than for their eggs or meat. Their temperament requires that they be sheltered and well taken care. They are naturally docile to the point of being tame, rather delicate (especially in wet weather and winter) and don’t forage well for food. Start with healthy chicks. Purchase Sultan chickens from a reputable hatchery so you’re confident that the chicks come from healthy parents. Lay burlap down in the bottom of a cardboard box to give the new chicks a floor that is soft but provides good footing for their tender feet. Put chicken litter on top of the burlap and place the chicks inside the box. Change the burlap often to help keep the litter clean and fresh. Arrange electric or battery operated heat lamps over the box so the temperature taken at one inch above the floor of the box is a consistent 95 degrees F. One or two 25 or 40-watt exposed light bulbs located at one end of the box also works. Cove
