Questions about chickens that eat their own eggs!

[jazzblossom]

Hello! I have a few questions about chickens that eat their own eggs.

1) First I'm curious to know if anyone here allows their chickens to eat their own eggs since I've read that chickens need to eat their eggs for necessary nutrients.

2) I'm also wondering if any nutritionist here know how many eggs chickens should eat in a day? Or anything regarding this subject.

3) Another question I have is about chickens that got into the habit of eating their own eggs. Do they eat all their eggs right away or do usually leave some behind?

I'm eager to learn anything from those who have experienced this with their chickens. Thank you!

 

[Meri Maura]

1. Yes, I always have too many eggs, so I let them eat their eggs.
2. Idk
3. Mine don't eat their eggs, because the shells are strong and my nest boxes are raised.

 

[jazzblossom]

1. Yes, I always have too many eggs, so I let them eat their eggs.
2. Idk
3. Mine don't eat their eggs, because the shells are strong and my nest boxes are raised.

Thank you so much!

 

[BlueBaby]

When I have too many egg's sometimes, I boil some up and then I crush them eggshell's and all and then mix it in some wet feed for them.

 

[jazzblossom]

When I have too many egg's sometimes, I boil some up and then I crush them eggshell's and all and then mix it in some wet feed for them.

Thank you!

 

[21hens-incharge]

1. No it is not necessary for them to eat their own eggs.

2. Eggs would be a treat so if given should not comprise more than 10% of their daily food.

3. Chickens becoming egg eaters is not a very common issue. Usually if they do eat an egg in the nest it is because it was shell less, was cracked or had a very thin shell. Occasionally a hen will get into the habit of doing it but that is rare.

 

[Kiki]

I highly recommend not feeding your chickens eggs very often and for sure not daily.

@EggSighted4Life Are you online tonight?

 

[Kiki]

I highly recommend not feeding your chickens eggs very often and for sure not daily.

@EggSighted4Life Are you online tonight?

Why are you upset @Meri Maura ?

 

[ChickNanny13]

Never too much eggs ... I give them away, some sell the extras.

1. I don't allow my chickens to eat their eggs. It's been said they're looking for the extra protein (feather eating) ... I feed Flock Raiser (20%) with Oyster Shells on the side, used to feed layer (16%) but prefer the results I get with FR.

2. No clue how many eggs a day.

3. Habitual egg eaters waste of feed. Break the habit or freezer camp.

 

[jazzblossom]

1. No it is not necessary for them to eat their own eggs.

2. Eggs would be a treat so if given should not comprise more than 10% of their daily food.

3. Chickens becoming egg eaters is not a very common issue. Usually if they do eat an egg in the nest it is because it was shell less, was cracked or had a very thin shell. Occasionally a hen will get into the habit of doing it but that is rare.

Thank you!