Best layer acting sick

[5 Bird Bob]

I had a hen die last spring. She was laying huge eggs right before. She sat in her nest two days, looked swollen then died. I have another acting the same way. Both instances I have had a very active roo im the flock for safety and cause they're handsome. Is it possible she's broody. Both hens are Red sex links which aren't generally prone to broodiness I thought. Any advice greatly appreciated.

 

[robinwebs]

I heard heat lamp work not sure if it's do but for sure its help keep them warm in the winter time

 

[5 Bird Bob]

I'm thinking broody. Should I kick her out and collect to break her, as I don't want chicks bred that close. The roo is her son.

 

[robinwebs]

i don't know if that make a differance but i think collecting the eggs is good too

 

[ChickenChaser9]

I had a hen die last spring. She was laying huge eggs right before. She sat in her nest two days, looked swollen then died. I have another acting the same way. Both instances I have had a very active roo im the flock for safety and cause they're handsome. Is it possible she's broody. Both hens are Red sex links which aren't generally prone to broodiness I thought. Any advice greatly appreciated.

It is unlikely your RSL is broody. I always quarantine for observation. 24 hours indoors where you can see what is going on and look her over for any indications or symptoms that might not be easy to spot right off the bat.