Izzie

[izzie]

Hi my broody hatched 6 eggs by today 2 eggs left so I removed them as they felt cool broke them not fertilised so no problem
I need to transfer her and chicks to a bigger coop when is the best time ?

 

[TwoCrows]

Hello there and welcome to BYC!

I would wait a couple days until the chicks are at least a couple days old. And when you do move momma, I would confine her for a day or two so she doesn't try to run off without the chicks.

Good luck and congrats on the broody hatch!

 

[izzie]

Thanks for that we thought that's what we should do

 

[Kelsie2290]

Hello and Welcome To BYC! Congratulations on the successful hatch! X2, if she and the chicks are in a secure place, you can wait a few days to move them, the hens usually don't go very far the first day or two anyhow.

 

[drumstick diva]

would love to see pictures of mom and babies - if she wouldn't mind.

 

[BantamLover21]

Glad you joined us!

 

[Wyandottes7]

Welcome to BYC!

We're glad to have you.

 

[Mountain Peeps]

Welcome to BYC! Please make yourself at home and we are here to help.

Yes I would also confine them for a few days. That way they can bond with mama and each other without be bothered by other chickens or predators.

 

[izzie]

 would love to see pictures of mom and babies - if she wouldn't mind.

 

[izzie]

Momma very protective so when I have opportunity I'll post pic but here's one showing 3 the others are under her