New to chickens

[segboucher]

We got 3 pullets in Jan. They are essentially free range, but are in their coop at night. We were told they would start laying in March. We really don't care about eggs. We like them as pets. As it turns out, we have 2 boys and a girl. So far they get along okay, but I am worried about the future. The girl just started laying and has 2 eggs. She is sitting on them. I am really not sure what to do. Suggestions?

 

[DobieLover]

Hello and welcome to BYC!. Glad you joined.
Either rehome one of the cockerels or get a lot more pullets.
If you want her to hatch a clutch, let her sit. Otherwise collect them from her.

 

[CarpCharacin]

Welcome to BYC! We're glad you decided to join our wonderful community!

 

[BlueBaby]

Hello, and welcome! Glad that you joined us! Only having the one hen to two rooster's isn't a good ratio. The boy's will end up wearing out your hen. I would re-home at least one of them, and get a hen to replace it.

 

[Pork Pie]

Hi and welcome to BYC. Some cock birds are fine together - others will not be. Either ways, just one cockbird and two pullets is not a good ratio, imo.

This is a useful link of “How to” BYC guides to take a look at announcements-feedback-issues-guides.3. I’d suggest including your location using the guide in the link. You can use this link to contact members in your area - Find your State's thread.

Best wishes

Pork Pie

 

[Meg-in-MT]

Hello! Welcome to BYC!!

I agree with what Dobie said.

Feel free to check out the links below for some interesting reading. Good luck on your adventures!​

 

[Chick-N-Fun]

Welcome to our FUN-omenal Community! Best wishes and have Lots of FUN!

 

[Kiki]

Welcome to BYC.
We are glad you joined this flock!
Jump right in and make yourself at home.

Do you think she is broody?
Are you wanting chicks?



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[rjohns39]

Hi and welcome to BYC We're so happy you decided to join us

 

[danceswithronin]

I wouldn't keep a rooster in such a small flock, I'd rehome one of the males and add like, 2-3 females and call it good. Welcome though!