I have a flock that has been together for 3 years. A few days ago one of the hens was limping and the rooster was beating up on her. I took her out of the flock and put her in a pen away from the others. Since then I see she has a broken toe. Last night I put her in the hen house. This morning...
I have seven 6 month old hens and one of them is laying very large double yolked eggs. These eggs are 2x bigger then everyone else. I have heard this can rupture the hen and then you have to kill her. Anyone know?
Thank you houndit, I know I do not need a rooster for eggs but I have read they protect the hens and if you do not have a rooster a hen will take the role of a rooster, have you encountered this
I am ordering my chicks for the first time I like the Rhode Island reds and a few other breeds. I am looking for a docile breed that is not real broody as I will have my grandchildren around. I would like to mix the breeds but I do not know if that is wise. Also do I need a rooster? Help