Everlyneedle
Hatching
- May 1, 2019
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hey there! I’ve been a chicken owner for 3 years now, and have had a lot of trouble adjusting my original flock. After one of my four passed due to egg peritonitis, I tried to introduce a full-sized pullet using the separation method for a month. My chickens drew blood on her neck, and she had to be rehabilitated indoors multiple times. Unfortunately, she passed due to unknown causes after two weeks of living in relative peace with the flock. I’m aware my chickens are brutal.
Recently, Cluckerz, on the bottom rung of the pecking order, became broody. Although hatching out eggs sounds enjoyable, buying chicks and having her adopt them is a better option. I have the supplies left over to separate the indoor section of the coop, as well as the run.
My fear is that even if the chicks are 6 weeks old when introduced, my chickens will disregard that time with them, and end their lives.
Does anyone have any experience with this? Thank you for reading!!
Recently, Cluckerz, on the bottom rung of the pecking order, became broody. Although hatching out eggs sounds enjoyable, buying chicks and having her adopt them is a better option. I have the supplies left over to separate the indoor section of the coop, as well as the run.
My fear is that even if the chicks are 6 weeks old when introduced, my chickens will disregard that time with them, and end their lives.
Does anyone have any experience with this? Thank you for reading!!