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Hoover's Hatchery
Iowa hatchery established in 1944, known for innovating exclusive designer breeds like the Mystic Onyx, Sapphire Splash, and Prairie Bluebell Egger. Free shipping on all orders. Also available at Tractor Supply Co.
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Ordering & Logistics
23 / 35Min. order15 chick minimum
Ships all 50 statesYes
US territoriesNone
Winter shippingYes
Summer shippingYes
NotesMinimum 15 chicks; 20 minimum for bantams. Minimum 5 per sex per breed within an order.
Live arrival guarantee48-hour live arrival guarantee
Variety & Selection
18 / 30Breed count100+
Rare / heritageLimited selection
BantamsLimited
Product typesHatching eggs, Meat breeds
Exclusive breedsMystic Onyx, Sapphire Splash, Prairie Bluebell Egger, Midnight Majesty Marans — exclusive to Hoover's.
Health & Quality
13 / 20CertificationsNPIP Certified, Pullorum-Typhoid Clean
VaccinationsMarek's Disease, Coccidiosis
Vaccine notesMarek's and Coccidiosis vaccines available at $0.20/bird each. Tractor Supply chicks are NOT vaccinated.
Sexing accuracy90%
Pricing & Value
10 / 10Avg. price/chick$4.94 (sexed female)
ShippingFree Shipping
Small order surchargeNone
Customer Reputation
3 / 5Review rating4.3 / 5.0
SourcesGoogle Reviews, Tractor Supply reviews, BackyardChickens.com
Replacement policyStandard DOA guarantee
Policy details48-hour livability policy for day-old chicks.
About
Founded1944
Business typeCommercial Hatchery
HeadquarteredIA
SpecializationGeneral
Free-range practicesNot specified
Educational resourcesNot listed
Subscription orderingNot available
RetailAvailable at Tractor Supply Co. (unvaccinated). Order direct online for vaccinated chicks.
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