Broody Pullet Experiment

[PNW_Peepers]

I just set four fertilized eggs under a determined broody pullet. It’s my first year into chicken keeping. Wish me luck. Advice needed! I’ll be updating daily!

 

[PouleChick]

Good luck, my light Sussex Mabel went broody at only 7 months and wouldn't be dissuaded and has just brought up 6 lovely chicks like an old pro so they can definately do it! I see some young teenage mums as a midwife who do an amazing job being mums I think it goes for chickens too

 

[Perris]

good luck!

 

[Rysktal]

Enjoy!! I had my first broody experience earlier this summer, Storm is raising 4 chicks, they are 4 weeks old now. So cute!

I have a second broody when eggs due next week. It's exciting!

 

[PNW_Peepers]

Day 1:
Broody Pullet was moved to a secure location inside the coop last night(so others will leave her and nest alone). She hasn’t moved once today. Very content with sitting on eggs.

 

[KikiLeigh02]

Good luck! Your pullet is gorgeous!

 

[ChickensAndYoga]

Good luck! I had a 8 month old hatch out 5 gorgeous chicks in June. She was a great mom!

 

[PNW_Peepers]

Witnessed my first broody poop today. Holy foul! I was concerned as yesterday she didn’t leave the nest once. She stretched her legs, went to the bathroom and straight back to the nest this afternoon. She’s determined!

 

[PNW_Peepers]

No update yesterday, my girl didn’t move once. Today she moved around on the nest, but not much off it. I don’t think she’s been eating and drinking near at all! Is this normal?

 

[Perris]

my broody pullet (chicks now 2 1/2 weeks old) only left the nest for 20-30 mins a day when she was sitting; she spent more of that time preening, dust-bathing and stretching than she did eating, drinking or pooing, and all was well, so I wouldn't worry if I were you