I just completed a hatch and the Barred Rocks and Polish hatched just fine. But some of the OEGB's were born with curled feet. I used the cardboard and tape to splint them and all but 2 are now fine. I guess I'll have to put those 2 down.
Does anyone know what causes this? I have hatched several broods from these particular parents so I doubt it came from them. Although one of the hens, this time, is a daughter of the roo. Could it be a problem during incubation? I do have humidity issues since my home is air conditioned. Everybody gets the same feed so it' shouldn't be that. How can I prevent this from happening again? Lord knows how I hate killing newborn chicks.....
