Molting

[drumstick diva]

Chickens who aren't currently laying - ie, those actively molting don't need the calcium but, extra protein is a great idea

 

[blackdust951]

hello Robinand welcome to backyard chickens!we're so happy you've decided to join usi hope you enjoy you're time here.

 

[N F C]

Thanks for joining us!

 

[rjohns39]

Hi Robin and welcome to BYC We're so happy you've decided to join us
Agree with the others.

 

[christwodog]

Mine are molting now too, I've been giving them extra protein in the form of hard boiled eggs and fish. They like tunafish from the can but prefer when I get fresh fish! Hubs is a charter boat capt, so I usually have fresh fish on hand. I have been cooking the fish first, but the other day he was cleaning a fish out back, and they were like vultures picking up the little scraps that fell off the cleaning table! Hopefully raw fish is ok for them, they loved it!

 

[junebuggena]

Mine are molting now too, I've been giving them extra protein in the form of hard boiled eggs and fish. They like tunafish from the can but prefer when I get fresh fish! Hubs is a charter boat capt, so I usually have fresh fish on hand. I have been cooking the fish first, but the other day he was cleaning a fish out back, and they were like vultures picking up the little scraps that fell off the cleaning table! Hopefully raw fish is ok for them, they loved it!

It's called sushi. And there is no reason why they can't have it raw. My flock routinely eats raw meat in the form of mice, frogs, and small snakes.

 

[Hope Hughes]

Hello
Welcome to BYC!!
So glad to have you here!!
Thanks for sharing your story!!
There are many people on here that are ready to help in anyway they can!
The learning center also has alot of great information on it as well!
Enjoy!​

 

[Teila]

G’Day from down under Robin Welcome!

I hope you enjoy being a BYC member. There are lots of friendly and very helpful folks here so not only is it overflowing with useful information it is also a great place to make friends and have some fun.

 

[Wickedchicken6]

Hello and welcome to BYC!! It’s so nice to have you join us.

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[TwoCrows]

Hello there and welcome to BYC!

You can add cooked ground Turkey, a small handful per bird a couple times a week really helps them feather out nicely.

So glad you could join our community!