chickens stoped laying eggs

[cbhchickens]

Hi , new to site have hads chickens for 2 yrs now never had them just stop laying ,,they havent layed any eggs in 3 weeks any idea what the problem is ?

 

[drumstick diva]

Are your birds molting? Has anything happened that frightened them ? Any changes to their routine or new birds added?

 

[cavemanrich]

Are they in molt. or have they gone broody. 2 years bout time for a new coat.

WISHING YOU BEST AND ALSO

 

[mamanix]

Hi! Is it super hot where you are? Sometimes heat will slow their laying. Also, how old are your chickens? Some birds are developed to be producers, and will lay steadily for about 3 years before stopping. I have a brown leghorn that was always a star layer. She hasn't laid more than 3 eggs this year! She's just a yard bird now. lol. I'm sure some more knowledgeable folks on here will have better answers!

 

[cbhchickens]

they are 2 1/2 trs old theere are feathers everywhere in run and coop they are rodeisland reds

 

[cbhchickens]

and thanks for the welcome

 

[cavemanrich]

they are 2 1/2 trs old theere are feathers everywhere in run and coop they are rodeisland reds

There is your answer. They have gone into molt.

 

[cbhchickens]

how long will that last and thank u

 

[Frankie Ruiz]

There is your answer. They have gone into molt. 

x2!

 

[BantamFan4Life]

Welcome to BYC! I'm glad you joined us!