Guinea keets do not need sand or grit in their first few weeks of life. If given too early, they may eat too much, fill their gizzards, and die. You can begin giving them grit when they transition to larger-sized feeds when they are older.

How long do guinea keets need heat lamp?

The keets should stay in your brooder for three weeks. After the third week, you can move them into a coop.

What do I need for Guinea keets?

Guinea keets are raised in a manner similar to chicken chicks; they need to be in a draft-free brooder for the first 8 weeks, kept warm, and with access to fresh water and gamebird or turkey starter feed at all times.