Saddle feather comparison between 3 Blue Laced Red Wyandottes. The one that is for sure a pullet is on the very left. The two questionable pullets-or-maybe-cockerels are on the right of her. In the last month their saddle feathers have gotten very long. I'm thinking they're definitely boys, I've never seen a pullet with saddle feathers this long. What do you guys think? Around 6 months old now, no crows and no eggs. Go figure lol. P.S., Got these from Jeff and he followed through on his promise of making sure I got a pullet. When they were old enough to be sexed he asked me if I had a pullet or not. I'm very happy with this purchase, even if I did get multiple boys out of it!
It is usually is ok but can sometimes cause problems. Some breeds are more prone to problems with egg laying. I really like to be on the safe side with egg laying.
So I have the pol Bresse (which had a stuck, shelless egg a couple of days ago). But with them are some other pol. Most are the same age, but a few are about 3 weeks younger. What would be good to feed with the one havin calcium problems, and the others a few weeks away? They have had oyster shell available for a couple of weeks now, so that wasn't an issue.
So I have the pol Bresse (which had a stuck, shelless egg a couple of days ago). But with them are some other pol. Most are the same age, but a few are about 3 weeks younger. What would be good to feed with the one havin calcium problems, and the others a few weeks away? They have had oyster shell available for a couple of weeks now, so that wasn't an issue.
I would give them grower feed, a good vitamin that has D and A in it and continue the free choice oyster shell.
Calf Manna is said to help with shell and egg laying problems, but it has GMO soy in it.
Black Oil Sunflower Seeds helps lubricate as well as adding fiber.
I give my chickens Big Ole Bird from southland organics every two weeks. I remember because I get paid every two weeks now.
It is usually is ok but can sometimes cause problems. Some breeds are more prone to problems with egg laying. I really like to be on the safe side with egg laying.
So I have the pol Bresse (which had a stuck, shelless egg a couple of days ago). But with them are some other pol. Most are the same age, but a few are about 3 weeks younger. What would be good to feed with the one havin calcium problems, and the others a few weeks away? They have had oyster shell available for a couple of weeks now, so that wasn't an issue.
Remember, just because they have oyster shell doesn't mean they're gonna eat it. I also have oyster shell for mine, but every now and then some will need that extra oral calcium.
-Kathy
Edited to add: not suggesting anything other than to keep an eye on them and give calcium orally if needed.
Little pasty butt didn't make it (RIP), but the others are frisky and eating and drinking. Jeff sent 2 extras (thanks!) so even with the loss of the littlest one, I still have 11 (3 black, 3 blue, 5 splash).
I also scored a pumpkin box today, so when they out grow the wardrobe box, I can upgrade their digs without having to condo boxes together.
The site won't upload a pic from my phone, but they're here! My mail carrier called when she got into work so I ran over and grabbed them. All but one seem fine. Smallest one had a nasty case of pasty butt and may have spraddle leg as well. Poor thing. I cleaned her off and popped her under the EcoGlow. Will check up on her in a bit when she's had a chance to calm down. The others are mostly running around acting like chickens. And man, one has a LOUD peep.
Everyone but me is now having a nap. All the chicks are asleep under the EcoGlow and my Mastifff and his sister (who comes over most work days to hang out since her new house doesn't have a fence yet) are both snorring on the sofa. Such a quiet house, LOL!
I've read enough of other people's posts to know a loss or two is normal. And yeah, I have a lot of seating and several dog beds scattered about. The pups take up a lot of space, but they're so worth it.
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I hope not--one of my yellows is constantly hopping up on mom, and the other is identical as far as size, leg size, stance... Haven't seen the black chick hop up there, though.
Quote: Too much calcium can cause hypercalcemia in roosters. They can develop calcification of the soft tissues, such as the keideys and heart. Othere porblesm they can get include pancreatitis, egg binding, dry skin, appetite loss, lethargy, confusion, depression, slowed growth in pullets and cockerels, dehydration, diarrhea or constipation, and even death. They may not have problems until they are a couple of years old and the excess had built up in the system.
I would give them grower feed, a good vitamin that has D and A in it and continue the free choice oyster shell.
Calf Manna is said to help with shell and egg laying problems, but it has GMO soy in it.
Black Oil Sunflower Seeds helps lubricate as well as adding fiber.
I give my chickens Big Ole Bird from southland organics every two weeks. I remember because I get paid every two weeks now.
Little pasty butt didn't make it (RIP), but the others are frisky and eating and drinking. Jeff sent 2 extras (thanks!) so even with the loss of the littlest one, I still have 11 (3 black, 3 blue, 5 splash).
I also scored a pumpkin box today, so when they out grow the wardrobe box, I can upgrade their digs without having to condo boxes together.
P.S., Got these from Jeff and he followed through on his promise of making sure I got a pullet. When they were old enough to be sexed he asked me if I had a pullet or not. I'm very happy with this purchase, even if I did get multiple boys out of it!
congrats!
I also have oyster shell for mine, but every now and then some will need that extra oral calcium.
