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when does a hen return to laying after she has raised babies

Discussion in 'Chicken Behaviors and Egglaying' started by ladybug4ut1, Jan 20, 2008.

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  1. Jan 20, 2008 #1
    ladybug4ut1

    ladybug4ut1 Songster

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    I bought a hen and four babies. i have now seperated the babies from her and have put her in with a roo. When can i expect her to start laying again.

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  2. Jan 20, 2008 #2
    BantyChickMom

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    Mine started back laying about 2 to 3 weeks after I removed the baby.
     

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