Quick Guide to Treating Egg Binding

Good ideas if you think your hen is egg-bound.

Calcium given is best if it is around 300 mg calcium citrate + D3, and can be given to the hens whole. Calcium citrate is the type of calcium that works the fastest. Open her beak and pop it in. They eat much larger things than this.

As one member commented asking what does it do? This causes contractions so will help the hen expel the egg or parts thereof.

It was such a relief to find this article and to know how easy it is to make a Calcium shot. Saves money and time that could be going directly to our feathered girls! Thank you! Berrywood House Hens

Thanks!

The information is straight forward and easy to understand. So many people freak out when they believe their hen is egg bound. Staying CALM is so important. For you and your little hen.

The article is easy to follow and the photos are helpful. One question, what does the calcium tablet do for the hen (I didn't see an explanation for it)?

All bases are covered.
Good explanation on exactly what to do.