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Cackle Hatchery
Third-generation family business operating since 1936. One of the largest hatcheries in the US with 200+ varieties, including purebred chickens, meat birds, turkeys, waterfowl, game birds, and peafowl.
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Ordering & Logistics
30 / 35Min. order3 chick minimum
Ships all 50 statesYes
US territoriesPuerto Rico
Winter shippingYes
Summer shippingYes
NotesShips to all 50 states and Puerto Rico. No artificial light used for laying hens.
Live arrival guarantee48-hour live arrival guarantee
Variety & Selection
20 / 30Breed count200+
Rare / heritageLimited selection
BantamsLimited
Product typesHatching eggs, Pullets, Meat breeds
Health & Quality
12 / 20CertificationsNPIP Certified, Pullorum-Typhoid Clean
VaccinationsMarek's Disease
Vaccine notesMarek's vaccination available: $10 per order for 1–66 chicks, $0.15/chick over 66.
Sexing accuracy90%
Pricing & Value
6 / 10Avg. price/chick$4.95 (sexed female)
ShippingPaid Shipping
Small order surchargeYes ($20)
Customer Reputation
3 / 5Review rating4.3 / 5.0
SourcesGoogle Reviews, BackyardChickens.com
Replacement policyStandard DOA guarantee
Policy detailsLive arrival guarantee. Replacement or refund for DOA chicks reported promptly.
About
Founded1936
Business typeFamily Hatchery
HeadquarteredMO
SpecializationGeneral
Free-range practicesNot specified
Educational resourcesYes
Subscription orderingNot available
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