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Does laying mash contain ephedrine?
NO. It would be counter productive to supply an appetite suppressant to laying hens. The whole idea of feeding the hens laying mash is to have them produce better quality eggs not get them to eat less.
You just relocated your laying hens how long before they start to lay eggs again?
Usually, it can take around 2-4 weeks for laying hens to start laying eggs again after being relocated to a new environment. It's important to ensure they have access to proper nutrition, fresh water, and a comfortable coop to help the hens settle in and resume laying.
Will dog food hurt laying hens?
A little dog food once in a while will not hurt the laying hens, however do not substitute dog food for a balanced layer feed. The layer feed has been formulated to be nutritionally complete and meet the needs of a laying bird with the correct protein, fat and calcium numbers. A full diet of dogfood will cause problems down the line health wise and especially egg wise since it is not formulated for hens.
Should you feed Hens Laying food before they start laying eggs?
Yes. Most grain/feed stores have special layer complete feed that gives the new pullet the extra calcium and protein needed for good egg production. Hens raised for egg production should be started on this feed about one month before expected egg production. This means they can be switched from chick grower, over to layer mash or pellets at about 12 to 16 weeks of age.
Do hens lay while brooding?
Sorry, hens don't lay while they're brooding. But when they're done and dusted brooding with their chickens and everything, they will be back laying again.
Why do hens slow down on laying eggs when the weather gets colder?
Probalay because when they get cold it must be harder on them...
Why have your hens quit laying eggs?
Maybe its too old to lay eggs now or its too cold to lay eggs
Why are your hens not laying in cold weather?
My chickens, as well, don't lay eggs like they used to -- chances are, they are old, or possibly, your chickens are sick. However, the more likely probability is their age. Most chickens stop laying eggs after a few years; or they will lay very few.
Do you have to have a roaster to have laying hens?
No you dont
Do ALL hens make a noise when they lay an egg?
No, not all hens cackle while laying.
How many laying hens are there in the UK?
29 million
What are egg laying chickens called?
Layers or Hens.
Do you a have a rooster to have laying hens?
no. they will lay without a rooster
Will 2 Roosters with 4 Laying Hens slow egg production?
They shouldn't effect the process of laying eggs. It's always up to the hens attitude for that day.
How can you tell which of your hens are laying?
The hen who is laying will have an inflamed comb. When they stop laying or aren't laying yet, their combs become a pinkish-pale color.
Why does rooster kill your egg laying hens?
because its a chubnub.
Do bluebell hens stop laying during the winter months?
All chickens lay according to the amount of available light. Winter months offer less daylight than any time of year and unless artificial light is provided then yes, the hens will slow or cease egg production for the winter. Cold weather does not effect egg production if proper lighting is available.
