Is there a post anywhere explaining calcium deficiency in pullets?

[Mskayladog]

I would like to see pictures of eggs that are laid or a good description of tell tell signs of the problem.

 

[Imp]

Will this help?

http://www.thepoultrysite.com/publications/1/egg-quality-handbook/18/misshapen-eggs

click on the links to the left for different pages/topics

Imp

 

[Mskayladog]

Yes thanks imp

 

[Mud Pie]

I am not sure where I saw the post, but one indication of calcium deficiency was that chickens would eat feathers -- and mine started doing this. They are now provided a surplus of oyster shells which they consume daily as well as lots of kale from the garden. Now I don't see them eating feathers anymore.
Hope this helps!

 

[Mskayladog]

Yes the info on kale helps. I don't have a problem . I'm making a note book up for any all future disasters I might have with my chicks.

 

[Imp]

If you are looking for other sources of calcium:


1. Spinach & Swiss Chard
2. Salmon & Sardines (canned with bones)
3. Mustard, Collard, Kale & Turnip greens
4. Shellfish
5. Blackstrap molasses (can cause runny stools)
6. Corn Tortillas
7. Yogurt
8. Mozzarella & Cheddar cheese
9. Milk, Buttermilk (goat's milk and cow's milk)
10. Basil, thyme, dill seed, cinnamon, and peppermint leaves
11. Romaine lettuce
12. Rhubarb
13. Almonds, Peanuts & Brazil Nuts

14. Black Beans, Dried Beans (Cooked)
15. Sesame seeds
16. Fennel
17. Cabbage, Bok Choy, & Chinese cabbage
18. Summer squash
19. Green beans
20. Garlic
21. Tofu & Soybeans
22. Brussel sprouts & Broccoli
23. Oranges (Some people do not feed citrus to chickens)
24. Asparagus & Okra
25. Crimini mushrooms
26. Foods Fortified with Calcium: Some Orange Juice, Breads, & Cereals