Will feathers grow back

[Gray Ghost]

I am puttingchicken saddles on three of my one-year old hens because they are down to bare skin due to rooster attentions. Will new feathers grow in under the saddles?

 

[Ridgerunner]

If the entire feather shaft was removed, yes, they will grow back. If not, you have to wait until they molt.

 

[Mrs. K]

I put on two saddles today, one is off. 6 hens need saddles. Will try again tonight.

Question: Do the saddles interfere with breeding?