I have 8 hens and 1 rooster. You can see the breeds by clicking the link in my sig panel. I raised 7 of them from baby chicks and I would need to fill up their little 1 gallon feed container about once every 3 days. Last Friday, I added 2 golden comets to my flock that are about 6 weeks older than my other 7. They started laying about 2 weeks ago. My original hens have not layed yet. Anyway, since I got the 2 new hens, I have to fill the container about once a day now!!! Is this because they are laying eggs and need more food? I also noticed that they peck at the food like pigs, whereas my other hens are more... "ladylike" lol. I'm just curious as to how much everyone else feeds their chickens.
Also, should I always make sure there is food available or should I just put a certain amount in each day and moderate their food consumption?
Any thought would be appreciated. Thanks
Also, should I always make sure there is food available or should I just put a certain amount in each day and moderate their food consumption?
Any thought would be appreciated. Thanks