I am concerned about the chicken that laid this egg. Has anyone seen this before and know what lead to this? I found it on the ground. The first egg she laid was so frail it broke in the nest. Any feedback is greatly appreciated.
Thank you for your reply. She is missing all the feathers on her back, wings and chest are ok; I'm a little concerned that the house (78degrees) may be too chilly. My friend recommended that I put a frozen water bottle in the crate to give her something to cool herself on. I also read that you...
One of my adolescent hens was attacked by the adult hens while I was at work. They pulled every feather from her back and pecked her up really good. I cleaned her up and put her in a dog carrier under a tarp next to the pen, she is eating and drinking fine. I am worried about tomorrow when I...