here is the link to the june hatch a long. I am sure the people there will be able to help you more.
https://www.backyardchickens.com/t/782076/june-hatch-a-long
congrats on your eggs..... can't wait to see pics of all the lil fuzzy babies.
glad to hear the chipmunk is back in the woods where he belongs and yeah that would have been a sight to see lol but I dont' think your hubby would have appreciated that video being posted for the entire BYC world...
give them another day or 2. I have heard of a lot of day 23 hatches. I don't know much about saddle shaped air cells but as for the chicks not moving they could just be resting. you could post in the june hatch a long thread and I am sure someone there can help you out.
I have been reading through this thread and noticed you do everything in your power to answer everyone's questions and help with any advice needed. I just wanted to give you a huge .
you can buy tie cords almost anywhere.... just google tie cord for game fowl. I get mine from a local farm supply store. I know some people get them from ebay for a decent price. hope it helps.
yes I have though I wouldn't say I had to twist her wing lol .... just put some eggs in a nest... if you dont' want to use eggs you can also use golf balls. game hens are quick to go broody anyway so it shouldn't take her long.
game cocks are not big birds in general.... they will never get fat like a RIR or anything its just not in their genetics. they in general are slim muscular birds. but as for helping him gain weight as well as keep the muscle. deworm him.... give him electrolytes like you would give chicks and...