EarlMaesHens
In the Brooder
- Jul 5, 2019
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I had or have a broody hen. I gave her 5 eggs. 3 of the 5 hatched . 2 died almost immediately I believe momma stepped on them . One has survived and looks very good. My question is when do I move momma and baby? Upon checking on her clutch I've found 1 dead chick under her . The other 2 eggs are not viable as I did the water test and they have not pipped we are at day 24 . The reason I think I need to move them is she has pooped in the nest and there is a dead chick under her . I'm worried if I dont move her and clean the nest the baby chick will catch a disease from the dead chick and the poo. Any advice please