So my lovely hen had a very successful lay of 14 eggs and 7 had hatched out so a few questions for you.
1. What do I do with the remaining eggs. She is not that bothered about sitting on them, she does when she is resting but is more out and about now.
2. We had a very lovely hatch of 7...
Our hen has sat on 14 eggs happily now and so far 3 have hatched.
We have some very cute chicks. My question is mum has done everything herself and I'm keen to let her continue.
Do I need to provide special food for the chicks and water?? I've read some very conflicting advice
Help. We have brought a small holding and have inherited 2 hens and a rooster.
Before we move in they where being minded by the lady next door that claims my hen has now been sitting for 2 weeks.
She is sitting happily and only leaves the nest for food and water. I took to eggs yesterday to...