I don't know how young you're considering (these are certainly not chicks) but there are several young female chickens at the SPCA you might wish to consider. You are required to complete forms to show you have the space for an animal, at the SPCA. https://www.spcamc.org/adopt/?Species_3=Small%26Furry&PrimaryBreed=0&Sex_1=Female&search=+Search+&ClientID=6&Species=All
No you do not. Maybe for some over the counter medicine.
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