Hi there,
I am very new to chicken keeping, in fact just over two weeks.
What we have found is that the pullets (3 hybrids, told about 22-26 weeks old), are happy to eat from our hands, and be alongside us.
But absolutely hate being touched or handled.
I'm not sure how to get to the point of them being OK with being handled, as for me I am wondering if I need to check them over for any issues, and as 2 of them can get very loud if I attempt to do so.
Secondly, when is it likely that they may lay? Their combs and wattles have definitely gone bigger and redder, but yet to find any surprises.
Thank you for any help!
I am very new to chicken keeping, in fact just over two weeks.
What we have found is that the pullets (3 hybrids, told about 22-26 weeks old), are happy to eat from our hands, and be alongside us.
But absolutely hate being touched or handled.
I'm not sure how to get to the point of them being OK with being handled, as for me I am wondering if I need to check them over for any issues, and as 2 of them can get very loud if I attempt to do so.
Secondly, when is it likely that they may lay? Their combs and wattles have definitely gone bigger and redder, but yet to find any surprises.
Thank you for any help!