Help - Broody Mumma doesn't know what her chicks are...

[ihvpower]

oh, that is great! they are soooo cute. I have 5 Black Copper Marans mixed with a few hens that just hatched under their surrogate White Silkie momma...they are one week old now

 

[Sydneychicks]

Just a quick update for everyone - Lilly is being a better Mum everyday

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She was out with them for a few hours (after a little initial encouragement) this morning basking in the sun and she is even helping them feed and becoming protective of them.

ihvpower - congratulations on your hatch - I am beggining to understand why Silkies are such good broodies and surrogate hatchers... in our case Lilly was just too much so, she just wanted to remain broody and keep hatching

 

[Kittymomma]

Good to hear that Lily is getting the hang of things. They're a sweet little family, I hope things continue to get better and that you'll keep us posted.

 

[DAFox]

Very good news!

I haven't had a reluctant Mom, yet. But, if I ever do, I'll try to give her time to get used to the idea. That is, unless she is a danger to the chicks. Thanks for this thread.
Dale-Ann

 

[ihvpower]

Thanks, Sydney!

Glad to hear things are getting better

I have one Silkie now and I am 100% pos that I will be getting more...I am addicted!