Backyard Fowl Keepers

If she's still eating, try scrambled eggs for extra protein. But treating with Corid is top priority,bloody droppings usually mean coccidiosis in young birds.

Day 23 came with uncertainty. Three eggs remained under my broody hen, but there were no signs of internal or external pipping. Curious and concerned, I decided to investigate. Carefully, I opened one of the eggs, expecting to find a fully developed but lifeless chick. Instead, to my horror, the ...

Hen saddles are a simple and effective solution for overmated hens. They protect their backs and let them heal without interfering with their daily activities.

I only hatch clean eggs. If it's dirty enough to need washing, I leave it out to avoid contamination risks.

Im looking for ways to keep nighttime predators away from my coop weve got everything from raccoons and foxes to the occasional owl. Has anyone had success with motion-activated lights or noise deterrents? Do they really work long-term, or do the predators just get used to them? Id love to hear ...

You're doing the right thing by paying attention! Just watch her closely,if no other symptoms show up, it's likely not a big concern.

I've used both, and my flock prefers a flat board. It reduces foot strain and prevents issues like curling toes, especially for older hens.

Hens laying medium eggs might not have the genetics for larger ones. A well-bred rooster from a jumbo-egg strain could help improve your flock.

You might get away with keeping them together for the first couple of weeks, but beyond that, the Cornish Cross will outpace your layers in size, appetite, and mess. Separating them early will save you a lot of trouble later!

Could it be human theft? If someone took them, they wouldn't leave any signs behind. Do you have any security cameras or neighbors who might have seen something?