Broody Hen

[ReseisCL16]

I have a mama hen who has three chicks.

The chicks are four and a half weeks old. Mama's getting tired of the small enclosure. I'm not sure if the chicks are old enough to be with the other chicks (with mama). What do you think I should do?

 

[Mountain Peeps]

The chicks are old enough to go out with the others. Just as long as they have mama to protect them.

 

[TwoCrows]

Welcome to BYC!

X2 They are good to get out of their enclosure as long as momma is there with them. I am sure they are anxious to stretch their wings.

Enjoy your broody and her babies and welcome to our flock!

 

[Kelsie2290]

Hello and Welcome To BYC! X3 what Mountain Peeps said, the chicks should do fine in the flock with mama there to watch them if they haven't been where the flock can see them, if not, you probably want to introduce them behind wire for a while again.

 

[drumstick diva]

I don't blame broody mama - being stuck inside with kids- can have you crawling the walls in no time.Besides she has a lot of lessons to teach them .

 

[gander007]

I would have had them out after about two weeks

 

[sumi]

Welcome to BYC

Glad you joined us!

 

[ReseisCL16]

Thx you guys! I moved them out today and they are doing great behind their bigger enclosure. It's in the coop so the chickens can get a good look at them. Some of them seem to be saying "I want some!" Thx again!