ellchr3
In the Brooder
Hi all. I have a 7 month old flock of 16 hens and 2 roosters (they were misgendered at the hatchery). I've read not to provide a layer feed since the roosters can't handle the calcium, but I still have the entire flock on chick starter and supplement calcium in a separate container. I also provide treats such as meal worms, wheat fodder, and scratch grains.
I also have a pecking/cannibalism issue I'm trying to nip in the bud and want to make sure their nutrition isn't a part of the reason for it.
Is it ok to still be giving chick starter with the oyster shell as an option for the hens or do I really need to switch to an all flock?
Thanks!
I also have a pecking/cannibalism issue I'm trying to nip in the bud and want to make sure their nutrition isn't a part of the reason for it.
Is it ok to still be giving chick starter with the oyster shell as an option for the hens or do I really need to switch to an all flock?
Thanks!