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Post by fieldsems on Apr 7, 2010 13:58:23 GMT -6
Hoping someone can help or give advice. My hen started laying for the first time about 2 weeks ago everday until 4 days ago she quit. I'm worried there may be something wrong with her. I checked for prolapse and I dont think thats it maybe I dont know I really dont know exactly what its supposed to look like. well maybe somebody can tell me if I'm crazy or not. Thanks
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Post by Timbo on Apr 7, 2010 16:34:37 GMT -6
Well, Have you changed feed, missed a feeding or watering, have they been stressed in anyway. As far as the prolapse, I think that would be pretty easy to see. Is she eating and drinking ok. Check to see if there is any infestations of lice or mites under the armpits or vent area that can sometimes stress the birds. How is her poop? Solid, runny, constipated? Make sure shes up and active. Check eyes for swelling or draining of puss. If thats all ok then I don't know what to tell you just keep them feed and watered good and keep an eye on her. Maybe some of the other members will have a better idea of whats goin on. Be sure to keep us updated.
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Post by rinksgi on Apr 8, 2010 6:42:36 GMT -6
Ditto all that Timbo said. I will add that new layers can be unpredictable. She may just be taking a rest or maybe she found a hiding place to lay her eggs. They can get irked if their eggs are being taken. Sometimes my hens will bury their eggs.
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Post by fieldsems on Apr 8, 2010 13:06:30 GMT -6
Thanks for your input all with her is normal and no diet change just no eggs I guess I will watch her closely in case maybe shes trying to get sick.
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