Since we had our first egg this morning, I started wondering...
Do you think it might be stressful or confusing to a hen the first time she lays? Do you think it "feels" like a natural process to them?
Or maybe they get this weird feeling and think HOLY MOLY, what IS that in me and how do I get it OUT?!
It's got to be a big deal for them-yes? no?
I want to make sure laying eggs is a pleasant experience for my chickens, not a stressful one, so any advice or suggestions would be great. Obviously I'm new to this and need help understanding the process.
Also, they've never been de-wormed...I was thinking of taking a fecal smaple to my vet to have it checked...can worms be passed on through the hens eggs?
Do you think it might be stressful or confusing to a hen the first time she lays? Do you think it "feels" like a natural process to them?
Or maybe they get this weird feeling and think HOLY MOLY, what IS that in me and how do I get it OUT?!
It's got to be a big deal for them-yes? no?
I want to make sure laying eggs is a pleasant experience for my chickens, not a stressful one, so any advice or suggestions would be great. Obviously I'm new to this and need help understanding the process.
Also, they've never been de-wormed...I was thinking of taking a fecal smaple to my vet to have it checked...can worms be passed on through the hens eggs?