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Hoover's Hatchery Live Buff Orpington Baby Chicks, 10 ct.

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Hoover's Hatchery Live Buff Orpington Baby Chicks, 10 ct.

Item # 126253899


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At a glance

Bird Purpose

Egg Laying, Meat Production

Egg Color

Brown

Temperament

Docile


$59.99 - $74.99

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Important
  • Most Live Poultry (Chickens, Ducks and Turkeys) are available for online purchase in quantities of 10.
    • Exceptions: Pullets and select Cornish Broilers
  • Poultry orders will ship Monday through Wednesday of each week.
  • The order will be delivered to your local Post Office for pick up. Your local Post Office will call you upon delivery at the phone number provided when placing your order.
  • It is your responsibility to pick them up at the post office within 24 hours.
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This item is non-returnable.
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Hoover's Hatchery Live Buff Orpington Baby Chicks, 10 ct.

Item # 126253899


Free Pickup at Post Office

No delivery fees

At a glance

Bird Purpose

Egg Laying, Meat Production

Egg Color

Brown

Temperament

Docile


$59.99 - $74.99
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Sex: Select a Sex


Important
  • Most Live Poultry (Chickens, Ducks and Turkeys) are available for online purchase in quantities of 10.
    • Exceptions: Pullets and select Cornish Broilers
  • Poultry orders will ship Monday through Wednesday of each week.
  • The order will be delivered to your local Post Office for pick up. Your local Post Office will call you upon delivery at the phone number provided when placing your order.
  • It is your responsibility to pick them up at the post office within 24 hours.
Notice:
This item is non-returnable.
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Hoover's Hatchery Live Buff Orpington Baby Chicks, 10 ct.

Item # 126253899


Free Pickup at Post Office

No delivery fees

Sex: Select a Sex


$59.99 - $74.99
financeCard Logo
New Cardmembers earn a $20 Reward with qualifying purchase of $20 or more plus earn 5% in Rewards+ on this purchase. Valid through 6/28/26.
Important
  • Most Live Poultry (Chickens, Ducks and Turkeys) are available for online purchase in quantities of 10.
    • Exceptions: Pullets and select Cornish Broilers
  • Poultry orders will ship Monday through Wednesday of each week.
  • The order will be delivered to your local Post Office for pick up. Your local Post Office will call you upon delivery at the phone number provided when placing your order.
  • It is your responsibility to pick them up at the post office within 24 hours.
Notice:
This item is non-returnable.

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At a glance

Bird Purpose

Egg Laying, Meat Production

Egg Color

Brown

Temperament

Docile

The Hoover's Hatchery Live Buff Orpington Baby Chicks are the most popular and most common of all the Orpington varieties with their fluffy golden buff plumage and sweet dispositions. One of the best breeds for newcomers to chickens and families with young children is named for the English town where it was developed. Orpingtons come in several feather colors but all are big, quiet birds with fluffy feathers that keep them toasty warm during frigid weather. Known to be one of the gentlest of breeds, Orpingtons are easy to manage, very friendly, cold hardy birds that tend to be broody, are great setters and make excellent mothers. Whether putting together your first backyard coop or you're already a seasoned chicken caretaker, these Buff Orpington chicks are a great choice.

Looking for more information on Buff Orpington Chickens? Check out our Buff Orpington breed guide in the product documents section.

  • Bird Purpose: Dual-purpose breed, great as pets; good egg-laying breed, often used to hatch eggs due to broodiness
  • Egg Production Rate: Females only; approximately 220 eggs/year
  • Egg Color: Brown
  • Egg Size: Medium
  • Bird Characteristics: Quiet, docile, very friendly, fluffy, cold hardy, tend to be broody, excellent mothers and bear confinement well
  • Mature Weight: Male: 8.5 lb.; Female: 7 lb.
  • Package Quantity: 10 Buff Orpington chicks
  • Chicks are unvaccinated, so medicated feed can be used to prevent coccidiosis
  • Birds are approximately 12 hours old when shipped
  • Orders will ship approximately 3 to 5 days after being placed
  • Guarantee of 90% accuracy on all sexed poultry.

Q&As

1 - 10 of 81 Questions

Q: Since I ordered Hoover chicks from TSC, why are my chicks coming from Moyer's in PA?

a month ago
1 Answer
  • A: Hi, to best assist you with this inquiry, please reach out to Tractor Supply Customer Solutions at 877-718-6750.
    a month ago
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Q: What if one is dead upon arrival?

3 months ago
1 Answer
  • Tony
    A: We guarantee all live deliveries, if by chance something does not go the way we expect please wait 48 hours after you have picked your order up from the Post Office then reach out to Tractor Supply Customer Solutions and they can go over options.
    3 months ago
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Q: Are all the chicks vaccinated already when shipped? I am looking for non-vaccinated chicks

3 months ago
1 Answer
  • A: Hover's Hatchery does not vaccinate its birds unless they are requested by the customer.
    3 months ago
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Q: How much would it to be to have them vaccinated after chics are purchased

3 months ago
1 Answer
  • A: Hello, thank you for your question. If you reach out to Hoover's Hatchery after placing your order they will vaccinate upon request for no additional cost. However, if you have already received your birds then we recommend consulting a veterinarian or poultry specialist in your area. Some diseases can also be managed with medicated feed or water additives, but always follow label directions and vet guidance.
    3 months ago
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Q: How good are they at eggs layers? The Buff orpington chickens

7 months ago
1 Answer
  • A: Buff Orpingtons are a dual-purpose breed, meaning they are suitable for both egg and meat production, but they are considered good, reliable egg layers. A Hoover's Hatchery pack of Buff Orpington chicks will produce hens that are generally good layers with a gentle disposition.
    7 months ago
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Q: Can the chicks be in the same brooder as cornish cross chicks?

8 months ago
1 Answer
  • Tony
    A: We recommend keeping layers and meat birds separate as they eat different food and they grow at different rates.
    8 months ago
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Q: How are they shipped to the post office?? I hope carefully ( on the drivers/ delivery… ive seen how Fed Ex handle packages i just pray they are always SAFELY delivered ! I dont mean anything bad in this jyst concerened . Thank you!

9 months ago
1 Answer
  • A: Hello, thank you for your question. Hoover’s Hatchery ships chicks in ventilated “live animal” boxes via USPS so carriers know to handle with care.
    9 months ago
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Q: What carrier do you use to ship the chicks to NY?

9 months ago
1 Answer
  • Tony
    A: All order ship with the USPS and can take 48-72 hours in transit.
    9 months ago
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Q: Can I get 9 hens and 1 male

10 months ago
1 Answer
  • Tony
    A: Please contact our Customer Service team at the hatchery at 641-323-6100 after you have placed your order with TSC online and we can assist you!
    10 months ago
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Q: On average, when one orders the unsexed, how many roosters versus hens has one gotten? I would hate to get all roosters and no hens.

10 months ago
1 Answer
  • A: Hello, thank you for your question. We offer a 90% accuracy guarantee for all our sexed chicks. If you receive a rooster in your order of 10 females that would be acceptable and there would not be a refund issued, but if you were to receive more than the guarantee, please reach out to TSC Customer Solutions at 877-718-6750 (Press 4, then 4, then 9 to reach a person) or send our Customer Experience team at the hatchery an email, sales@hoovershatchery.com and we will help to make this right for you.
    10 months ago
    Helpful?
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Review 1

Terrible

6 days ago
Terrible experience. The order was repeatedly delayed and then when it arrived, four of them were dead. No response from TSC or Hoover. Just awful.
Response from Tony:
6 days ago
Tony
Hi C, we guarantee your birds up to 48-hours after they arrive in your care with a refund or reshipment if the reshipment meets the shipping minimums. If your 48-hours lands over the weekend, rest assured that we will take care of you on Monday. Please reach out to TSC Customer Solutions at 877-718-6750 or contact us at the hatchery at 641-323-6100. We are here to help! hoovers
Review 1

Poor Baby Chicks

12 days ago
3 of the 10 baby chicks died. 1 chick arrived long gone and the other 2 didn't make it much longer. They were clearly malnourished, dehydrated and so stressed by the time we received them. If TS is going to send baby chicks in the mail, they should figure out a way to overnight the chicks to reduce fatalities. It was heartbreaking to see.
SweepstakesYes
Response from Tony:
12 days ago
Tony
HI Natalie, we guarantee your birds up to 48-hours after they arrive in your care with a refund or reshipment if the reshipment meets the shipping minimums. If your 48-hours lands over the weekend, rest assured that we will take care of you on Monday. Please wait until the end of your guarantee period and reach out to TSC Customer Solutions at 877-718-6750 or contact us at the hatchery at 641-323-6100. We are here to help! hoovers
Texas
Review 1

Chicks

14 days ago
Well two of them died within the first 3 days. The others are thriving/ I was so sad. But I’m grateful for the ones who survived. I don’t believe it was post office issues. The two that passed looked sick.

Yes, I recommend this product.

Response from Tony:
14 days ago
Tony
HI Kendra, if you have any problems with shipping, you can contact Tractor Supply customer service at (877) 718-6750 or the hatchery at (641) 323-6100. We offer a 48 hour guarantee for all our shipped birds. Given they receive the proper care upon delivery we cover any losses up to 2 days after delivery. We can offer a refund or reshipment depending on the number of losses. hoovers
Review 1

good company

19 days ago
10 chicks arrived ...1 chick had damaged leg and company issued credit immediately. no problems.
SweepstakesYes

Yes, I recommend this product.