I have a slash Marans hen that has been laying for about 6 or 8 months. She started getting broody yesterday. I do not have a rooster, and was thinking about getting fertile eggs for her. I was looking to get a few more chicks anyway. My concern is how broody this breed is, and if she will stay on the eggs and raise her chicks. I know it's a gamble, but any experiences would be greatly appreciated. I had a buff Orpington hatch 3 chicks last summer, and she was a great mother. Just been reading Marans are not so dependable. I don't want to raise them myself, and would much rather nature take it's course.
If it is best not to get eggs for her, what do I do with her, while she is broody? Just let her keep sitting and take eggs away, if she lays anymore?
Thanks for insight.
If it is best not to get eggs for her, what do I do with her, while she is broody? Just let her keep sitting and take eggs away, if she lays anymore?
Thanks for insight.
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