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oyster shells

Discussion in 'Feeding & Watering Your Flock' started by olliewoods, Jan 20, 2013.

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  1. Jan 20, 2013 #1
    olliewoods

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    how often do i feed oyster shells to my girls
     
  3. Jan 20, 2013 #2
    maidenwolfx80

    maidenwolfx80 Chillin' With My Peeps

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    I put oyster shell in a bowl or tray and keep it accessable at all times
     
  5. Jan 20, 2013 #3
    ChickensAreSweet

    ChickensAreSweet Heavenly Grains for Hens

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    Let them have it at all times, either mixed into the feed (which I do) or in a little bowl. Most people offer it on the side at all times from what I have read. That way the hen won't overconsume the layer feed just if she needs a calcium boost.
     
  7. Jan 20, 2013 #4
    donrae

    donrae Hopelessly Addicted Premium Member

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    I go by how my shells are. If I'm getting thin shells, I just toss a handful in the run. It gives them something to do, scratching around for them. I don't have many birds laying now, and the ones that are are young layers, so I'm not offering any. As spring advances. I'll offer more as the older girls start laying again.
     

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