They reject food !!!

[kandoos]

Hi, I transferred my 4-week chicks to a new place ( coop ) and they don't want to eat , they only eat a small amount of food, and in the evening I check their stomachs and it's half full or less, is that normal ???
what is the solution ??

Sorry about my English,,,

 

[Judy]

Chickens don't like change. Give them a little time. You can try making the food a bit more attractive, moisten a little of it or sprinkle a treat on top or something. They won't starve themselves. They're just getting used to their new home, and probably a bit frightened.

 

[kandoos]

Ok, I'll do that, i hope they will improve ,, thanx

 

[MissPrissy]

Chickens do not have a "stomach". Which part of their anatomy are your checking?

 

[kandoos]

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I checked under their neck where is food is stored

 

[Judy]

OK, new English word for you, that is called a crop. And you are right, it should be full at the end of the day and empty in the morning.

 

[PineBurrowPeeps]

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