1GoodEgg
In the Brooder
- Nov 25, 2023
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My first post folks and I'm sure a question that has been asked many times before. I did have a look through previously discussed section. I have a very small flock (7) of Isa Browns. They are aged between 1 and 3 years. Was sitting watching one of the youngest ones recently and noticed she was puffed up, eyes closed, one wing was drooping down. She was standing still and a watery liquid was coming from her vent. She seemed distressed and I thought the worst. Standing among the other hens she laid an egg that had a membranous outer covering. I understand this is likely caused by calcium deficiency. I've always added shellgrit to their grain but what our local produce store sells is not crushed oyster shells but actually minute shells. I find that the hens scratch through and kick it aside. I have read that a crushed calcium tablet can be sprinkled over a tasty treat which seems like a great idea and much more successful but I'm wondering how much crushed tablet I should offer each girl and how often. A tad? A pinch? Daily? Weekly? For Australian members I have purchased Ostelin Calcium capsules.