What do I need to feed my hen during molting?

[BJ]

Please I need all of your suggestions. She is eating very little now. I have offered yogurt, black oil seeds, and her normal layer ration. I am opposed to cat food. What are some other suggestions to boost protein for energy and feather growth?

 

[MissPrissy]

Canned tuna, gamebird feed, meat scraps from your kitchen, all sorts of things.

Even though you are against it 1 tsp of wet cat food a day for a week or two would benefit her greatly. Read the lable and pick one of the better quality varieties.

I would also mix some raw apple cidar vinegar with the mother in it in her waterer (us plastic, not metal).

 

[cajunlizz]

what exactly does Apple Cidar Vinegar do ?

Does it mess up the eggs ? Taste wise ?

 

[crazyhen]

No, it just help keep the bacteria ct. down in the water. It is just good for what ails anyone too. Good for you stuff. The eggs do not taste any different. jean

 

[cajunlizz]

is it also used as a worm preventative ? How much do you put in a gallon of water ?

 

[MissPrissy]

Raw, organic apple cider vinegar gives a boost to the immune system. It is probiotic. For you. Chickens. Cats. Dogs. Goats. Etc.

It is not a worm preventative.