Description
Hatchery Choice Bantam Female Deal 5
Product Overview
The Hatchery Choice Bantam Female Deal 5 from Cackle Hatchery® is a small-order special for customers who want just a few female bantam chicks without placing a larger regular chick order. This deal includes 5 pure breed, 1 day old pullet bantams selected by the hatchery.
This special is a great choice for city or town backyard flocks where space is limited and noisy rooster crows are not allowed. The chicks are sold with a 90% sexing guarantee, but sexing is not perfect. Customers should still have a backup plan in case a chick turns out to be male.
This special includes free shipping and free Marek’s vaccination.
Assortment Details
This is a hatchery-choice bantam pullet assortment. The chicks may or may not be assorted, depending on what is available at the time of shipment.
Possible breeds may include:
Buff Brahma
Dominique
Barred Rock
Rhode Island Red
Crele Old English
Barred Cochin
Partridge Cochin
Barred Old English Game
Birchen Cochin
Blue Cochin
Splash Cochin
Buff Cochin
Black Cochin
Red Cochin
Silver Penciled Cochin
White Cochin
Barred Plymouth Rock
Golden Laced Cochin
Because this is a hatchery-choice package, Cackle Hatchery® does not tell customers which color, type, or breed was sent. Cackle Hatchery® also does not keep records of which breeds are included in each order.
Customers should choose this special for female bantam value, small-flock convenience, and variety rather than for specific breeds or colors.
Small Order Shipping Note
The higher cost of this special reflects the extra shipping, packing, and handling needed to safely ship a small number of chicks. Small chick orders require special care because fewer chicks create less shared body heat during transit.
To help chicks arrive safely, Cackle Hatchery® may use special packing measures such as:
A heating pad
Extra nesting
Padding
Insulation
Special shipping boxes
Special shipping arrangements
Free shipping applies only to this special. If any other items are added to the order, shipping will be added to those items.
Marek’s Vaccination
This special includes free Marek’s vaccination.
Customers who want vaccinated bantam pullets in a small order will appreciate that this service is already included in the deal.
Arrival Policy and Shipping Changes
Cackle Hatchery® must be notified of any unsafe arrivals within 24 hours in order for the customer to be refunded the chick price, based on the regular chick price, or to receive a one-time reshipment.
Because this is a small-order special, Cackle Hatchery® does not send extra chicks.
The confirmed shipping date may be changed at the last minute at Cackle Hatchery’s discretion, depending on weather at the time of shipping. These changes help protect the chicks during transit.
Regular orders must follow the minimum order requirements listed in the catalog and use regular shipping fees.
Backyard and City Flock Use
The Hatchery Choice Bantam Female Deal 5 is designed for customers who want a small group of bantams for a backyard, city, or town flock. Bantams are smaller than standard-size chickens, making them easier to manage where coop or yard space is limited.
This special is a good fit for customers who want:
5 female bantam chicks
A small backyard flock
A city or town chicken option
A lower chance of roosters
Pure breed bantams
Free shipping on this special
Free Marek’s vaccination
A hatchery-choice assortment
A small order without regular minimum chick requirements
Customers should check local ordinances before ordering, especially if their area restricts roosters or limits the number of chickens allowed.
Care and Brooder Tips
Bantam chicks are small and need careful brooder management. Before chicks arrive, prepare a warm brooder with clean bedding, fresh water, chick starter feed, and safe feeders and waterers.
For best results, provide a warm brooder before arrival, clean dry bedding, fresh water at all times, finely crumbled chick starter feed, a shallow or bantam-safe waterer, good ventilation without drafts, quick pickup from the post office, and close monitoring during the first few days.
Small chicks can chill quickly, so warmth, water, and feed should be ready before they arrive.
Related Resources
Customers interested in bantam chicks and small flock options may also like these Cackle Hatchery® resources:
Bantam Chickens for Sale
City Town Female Special 3
Cochin Bantam Special
Old English Bantam Surplus Special
Baby Chicks for Sale
Baby Chicks Arrival Care Instructions
Chicken Availability Chart
Hatchery Choice Bantam Female Deal 5 FAQs
What is the Hatchery Choice Bantam Female Deal 5?
It is a small-order special that includes 5 hatchery-choice pure breed female bantam chicks.
Are the chicks female?
Yes. This deal is sold as pullet bantams with a 90% sexing guarantee. However, sexing is not perfect, so customers should have a backup plan in case one turns out to be male.
Can I choose the breeds?
No. This is a hatchery-choice assortment. Cackle Hatchery® chooses the breeds based on availability at the time of shipment.
Will Cackle Hatchery® tell me which breeds were sent?
No. Cackle Hatchery® does not tell customers which color, type, or breed was sent and does not keep records of the breeds included.
May this deal include more than one breed?
It may or may not be assorted, depending on hatchery availability.
Does this special include free shipping?
Yes. Free shipping applies only to this special. Any other items ordered will have shipping added.
Does this special include Marek’s vaccination?
Yes. Free Marek’s vaccination is included.
Why does this small order cost more per chick?
The higher cost covers the special shipping, packing, and handling needed to safely ship a small number of birds.
Does Cackle Hatchery® send extra chicks with this order?
No. Extra chicks are not sent with this small-order special.
What should I do if chicks arrive unsafe?
Cackle Hatchery® must be notified within 24 hours for a chick-price refund, based on regular chick price, or a one-time reshipment.
Can the shipping date change?
Yes. The confirmed shipping date may be changed at Cackle Hatchery’s discretion depending on weather at the time of shipping.
Is this a good option for city or town flocks?
Yes. This special is designed for customers who want a small group of bantams where space is limited or roosters are not allowed.
Tonya Carpenter (verified owner) –
I was apprehensive about ordering chicks online and having them shipped but Cackle did a great job making sure my babies made the trip safely. I ordered the 5 and got 7 (chicken math 😉). All 7 were very healthy and active. A week later and all are still doing well and are very friendly. Out of my 7 I have 3 different breeds. Very glad to have a mix and not all the same breeds. Thank you! Time will tell if they are truly all hens, but so far I believe they are. I will definitely be getting more chicks from Cackle in the Spring.
luluj0387 (verified owner) –
I received 6 happy babies. I wish I could figure out the breeds, only time will tell. This is my first-time ordering from Cackle and I must say the customer service is top tier. Hope I truly have all hens 🙂
Thank you, Cackle Hatchery.
lladds54 (verified owner) –
I received my Bantam Choice Female Deal-5 this morning. They arrived (all SEVEN!) healthy, happy and spunky as ever! This is my first time ordering through the mail and with Cackle Hatchery so I was a little nervous about how things could go, but was so pleasantly surprised to open the box to these beautiful and seemingly very healthy chicks. I think I’ve identified them and am very happy. I asked if it was possible to get mostly feather footed and to my delight I received 5 out of 7 with feathered little feet. Thank you Cackle Hatchery. You are awesome!
duckmanjoel (verified owner) –
The Bantam five females is the perfect deal for us. We received our chicks in March 2023 one year ago. Six were sent in the box but one had passed away. We now have five hens and they are doing well. We received two Barred OEGB we named Salt and Pepper; two Buff Brahma we named Buffy and Scissor; and a Crele OEGB we named Creed. We get about 80 to 90 eggs a month during the laying months. Eggs are small. But delicious. Salt and Pepper are the friendliest chickens we have ever owned. They don’t run away and actually come when called and like to be held. The Buffs and Crele are a little more shy like normal chickens but are okay to be held if you can catch them. They all love (love) blue berries and they will come to the sound of meal worms when I shake the bag. We love their small size and individual personalities and how great they all get along together. We are so glad we made the purchase. I would definitely recommend Cackle to anyone interested in chickens.
Artur Balyan (verified owner) –
Cool!
Heather (verified owner) –
I ordered two of the Bantam Pullet 5 count deals, each order I received 7. They are so adorable and spunky! We did end up losing one from the second order, I believe that was stress related due to the shipping but, the other 13 are thriving! We absolutely LOVE our babies! In the guy, I know where I’m getting babies from! I 100% recommend Cackle Hatchery and Ms. Roxanne at the help center for all of your needs!!
jencao3 (verified owner) –
We just got our order today. We received 7 but disappointed that 5 were one breed and two were another breed. We were hoping for some variety. We were impressed that they all survived the trip halfway across the country though!
Love Cackle –
5 Female Bantam deal is perfect
I tried our local feed store and had really bad luck. Out of 5 sexed chicks, three died from defects and one is a roo. I usually order from Cackle. The attempt to save money at local store was costly and traumatic. I decided to come back to my trusted friends at Cackle. I ordered the 5 Female Bantam city box. I did as for no barred rocks. I have 10 of those already. My chicks shipped on April 22 and were received April 24. They were packed with the greatest of care. The dry H2O was still moist and the heat pad toasty warm. The littles were happy, healthy and toasty warm. I put them under my momma heat pad after giving nutridrench and water. It has been two days and the itty butties are eating, drinking and pop out to say hi. It is only Cackle for me.
Shauntee –
Eggcelant!!!!
We ordered the 5 Bantam package (we received 7) and we got them while our state was on quarantine. They are happy and healthy and no 2 look alike. My kids were so happy to see them.
Lauriefish –
Surprise!!! Ordered 5 got 14
I was very surprised when I opened the box and saw 14 little noggins. 7 were Bantams and unfortunately I lost 2 of the same breed the next day I think due to stress. The packing peanuts were 7 Polish chicks. They are very cute and I kept three and gave my friend the other 4. All 12 chicks are doing fantastic and I could not be more pleased with Cackle! Even though I ordered pullets I know its 80/20 with the bantams.Not sure about the Polish. Still too young to know the sexes. Thank You Cackle for a wonderful purchasing experience!
Shedland –
Lovely experience!
We just received our order and we’re pleasantly surprised to see eight healthy chicks in the box. Within minutes they were busily exploring their new home. Very pleased with our whole experience thus far.
Feathers and Friends –
All pullets and healthy
We ordered the 5 bantam female special and we ended up getting 7 chicks. I had called and asked if I could get some old English varieties in the mix and we received 3 barred old English bantams and 4 crele old English. I was very happy to get the crele since I already have a Crele English Orpington rooster and hen so they look like miniature versions of my big birds. They are all so smart and cute! They love their chicken palace and acre to fly around and free range. We couldn’t be happier thanks Cackle Hatchery!
Trob –
5 female bantam special
I was surprised when I ordered 5 chickens and received 11. It was a bit overwhelming since this was my first time owning chickens. I was very happy with the bantam assortment but unhappy that 3 ended up being roosters. I did lose a few chickens along the way during the brooding. But long story short everyone is happy out in their coop.
Lynne in Georgia –
TOTALLY Satisfied
I ordered the 5-bantam females and received 9 chicks in the mail… all nine survived and thrived, with only one rooster. I am pleased with the variety you sent, and i’m getting eggs already, even though the late fall days are short. Love my little girls!
Marie –
Lovely variety
I ordered the choice bantam female deal this spring. I asked to get some specific breeds and I did get a lovely mix. I have one RIR, a Dominique, a beautiful Partridge
Cochin, a barred Old English and a Creole Old English. They are all beautiful, are laying thru the winter and I got NO roosters! Thank you Cackle Hatchery.
Cynthia –
Not my best purchase
Three of the 5 have not made it to December. One died the day it arrived, and two others developed a wasting disease and slowly died over the next month. I’ve never had problems ordering other hens, maybe the Bantams are more delicate.
Mechelle –
All pullets.. very happy
We bought bantams from a local supply place and got more roosters than hens. We ordered this deal and received 7 bantam chicks. 2 died but the original 5i bought lived and are all healthy and happy hens! No roosters!! Will definatly be buying from cackle again!
Salgal –
Great service!
I tried buying from a local store and ended up with mostly roosters 🙁 not a happy egg eater!! Found this offer, ordered over the weekend and by Friday the same week, had six happy hen chicks in two varieties!
Jenny (verified owner) –
We love our new baby chicks!
This is our second time ordering from Cackle and we were just as pleased this time as last. Our baby chicks arrived when promised and all were well and alive. We got a beautiful assortment of birds and thankfully no roosters! We have purchased chicks from our local farm supply store and had a terrible experience so working with Cackle was so refreshing. We will definitely use them again.
Big buck –
Great watching them run on 3 legs
Received chickens had 3 legs more meat for me
Mr and Mrs Lawson (verified owner) –
We love our Chicks
We are just married and have a two year little boy who loves chickens we looked and looked for sexed bantams and came across your hatchery. 7 arrived we did lose three in shipment but Cackle Replaced them . They came with a heating pad and hay and dry h20 and they were all nice and warm we loved them so much we ordered 5 more . You’ve definitely will have a repeat customer for years to come
Charles Zglinicki –
Thank you for your Great job!
We received our new bron 4 baby chicks on March,2017, They’re very healthy and happy, I got first egg after 5 months!!!! Now is the winter, they also happy play with snow! Thank you so much!
Chris –
Healthy chicks arrived!
WOW! I’m honestly shocked that this worked! New chicks arrived happy and healthy! Thank you.
Greg, Unknown April 2015 –
Baby Chicks
We are so happy with our purchase. We have watched each of your videos on the different types. We have an assortment of five different bantam pullet chicks. We couldn’t be happier with the variety, health and service of Cackle Hatchery. You guys are great. Thank you again.
Roxanne, Arizona (received July 2014) –
Thank You
I just wanted to let you know that we received the chicks today happy and healthy. I wanted to say thank you! I requested that if there was any fuzzy footers available I would like to at least have one or two and I got all 5! I purchased a fuzzy footer at the feed store and it was a roo so we had to find him a new home. I searched and searched to find someone who would sex the Bantam chicks and found your company through BYC. I am so pleased with your company and your customer service! We will definitely be back for more!
Greg, Louisiana (received April 2015) –
Positive Customer Feedback
Thanks again. This meant a lot to my family. The fact that you guys took the time to do an assortment and make the five pullet deal that much more unique was fabulous. I am amazed that the little guys make it through the mail so well. You obviously know what you are doing. You guys have found the sweet spot for the small time city poultry lovers like us. Thanks again. We will order all our future fowl from you guys. This was truly a great first time experience.