Young chickens oyster shell dilemma

[JuliosRun]

So maybe leave the replies to people that have actually done it, studied their chickens behaver around the oyster shell from the day after they hatched.
Most chicks will try it out, but it only comes down to one or two pieces, and then they will ignore it until they do need it.
Some of my younger pullets will eat it, and I know that calcium is low in the soil here, so even very young chickens know what is good for them. Never have they comes to any harm from it.

I have done it. I have not given my chicks extra calcuim and they all were good to go. So why can't I have input.

 

[Brooks_]

I have done it. I have not given my chicks extra calcuim and they all were good to go. So why can't I have input.

You certainly can. You just can't say all other experiences are wrong.

 

[Sussex19]

I have done it. I have not given my chicks extra calcuim and they all were good to go. So why can't I have input.

Yes, they would have done fine.
My point is, they know not to eat more then they need even from a very young age.
So oyster shell on the side for an older hen which needs it will not be a problem for young pullets or cockerels

 

[TwoCrows]

This thread has run its course and has been locked, the original question from the OP has long been answered.

Thanks to all who participated.

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