Posts by chix

the youngest are about 1 1/2- 2  years old.  i actually thought they were past their prime.  it makes me uncomfortable to give the eggs away with these odd bits in them that i can't explain.

these things are in most of the eggs.  i never see this in store bought eggs.  why the frequency?

himy chickens are laying eggs that have odd little particles in them, fairly regularly.  the particles are small and beige/brown.  i have no idea what they are.  does anyone know why they are laying this way and what that...

Quote:Originally Posted by chrissieg How old are they?   If they're past their prime it could be just one of those things!they are just a year old.  what do you think?  i thought they are supposed to be at their...

lately my hens lay eggs with yolks that break very easily and they are kind of flatish (compared to normal).  i am not doing anything differnt.  they have a healthy well balanced diet including egg layer, cracked corn, calcium...

i've been told to wait a week.  you may want to check with a vet or expert in your area.

there is a spray out there called quell.  i bought it but have yet to use.  my vet told me it is safe if used lightly but i am still worried it might effect the eggs.

this reminds me of a st patricks day parade i attened where they had dogs dyed green.

i (female) frequent the board but it is my dh (male) that is the true lover of our chickens.

add a calcium supplament like ground oyester shells.  you can get it at your local feed supply store.  just sprinkle a little in with the feed.