first Molt questions??

[Kuntry Klucker]

Hi All,

I have 16 BO's They are almost 2 years old and in their first molt, I guess.

This is the first molt for both me and them. I have noticed that the egg production
has dropped to zero. It has been a week and no eggs. I am just making sure
that this in normal and that nothing else is going on.

They are lively and happy.
They get fresh water and food daily plus treats.
I feed them some scratch every morning when I let them out into their chicken play area.

Is severe egg drop off normal? Also, when can I expect them to start laying again?

One more question, this is probably the best time to worm them right? I wormed then last
march, would it be too soon if I do in now?

Thanks,
Roy and flock

 

[AlienChick]

You're experiencing a double whammy.
1) They're molting - so no egg production.
2) The shorter daylight hours during the winter produces fewer eggs.

Egg production will pick up some after the molt.
The closer to Spring - the more eggs you'll get again.

Don't know much about the worming since I've never had to worm mine. Sorry.

 

[TallChickMagnet]

From what I've learned about chickens so far you are correct with every thing that you've said. You have the answers...be confident.... and have fun!!!

 

[Kuntry Klucker]

ok, thank you all so much. I appreciate your advice.
I am glad to know that they are normal and not doing anything
out of the ordinary.

Thanks Again.