4m x 3m Omlet pen, cube, new auto door still boxed and coop light

[poachedegg]

We already have 3 girls and would love to get some ex-batts for our new Cube

 

I know that we would need to keep the ex-batts separate, which we would keep the Eglu for in the short term, but would we ultimately be able to put the ex-batts in with our existing girls in the Cube? If they are not supposed to mix, then we would need to get 'normal' chickens rather than ex-batts.

 

Our garden is not big enough long term for both a Cube and Eglu, so we would be looking at selling the Eglu once the new chickens are settled in.

 

If ex-batts were to go in the Cube with our girls how long would it be before we could do this?

 

Could somebody confirm that 6 chickens in a Cube with extension is ok?

Edited May 29, 2008 by Guest

[Egluntyne]

They will be fine. I have my ex-batts mixed with my other hens.

 

You are right to give them a period of quarantine in the Eglu.

 

It would be a good idea to place it where they can see and hear the other hens, to get them used to eachother in a small way.

 

You might find that you need an extension on the cube as many find ithe basic cube run a bit cramped for six.

[poachedegg]

You might find that you need an extension on the cube as many find ithe basic cube run a bit cramped for six.

 

I have ordered the Cube and extension - do you mean a further extension?

[Egluntyne]

Not just yet. When you decide to get a couple of blue egg layers.

[Jules.]

Great news paochedegg- can I come & visit you when you get it?

[Phosphorus]

Aaaagh another possible Eglu for sale in the Manchester area!!!!!

 

Not fair. Congrats on your cube

[*mummy_hen*]

Ex-batts are fantastic, as others have said that they will be able to integrate after the inital period.... go for it!! You will love them

[Jules.]

Let me know when you find out when the ex-batt collection is!

[poachedegg]

Let me know when you find out when the ex-batt collection is!

 

Just going to email them now - will let you know - are you thinking of extending your brood?

[poachedegg]

Great news paochedegg- can I come & visit you when you get it?

 

I think I may have a Cube opening party - anyone up for it????

[Jules.]

i'm up for a cube welcoming party & perhaps may get 2 ex batts- depends on how our 4 look in a cube with an extension.