tania Posted March 4, 2009 Share Posted March 4, 2009 Just want to check that our chickens are behaving normally. We've only had them for a day. They came out of the Eglu this morning, had a bit to eat and drink then after about 10 mins all 3 went back inside. They have only re-appeared 3 times when my husband has been out to chekck on them, going back inside the Eglu when he goes. Is this normal as they settle in? They seem fine and not nervous when they appear, I'm just worried that they are unhappy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chelsea Posted March 4, 2009 Share Posted March 4, 2009 yes, for the first week they tend to spend quite a lot of time inside the eglu. All perfectly normal. They will eventually get the courage to wander further away from their new home once they have settled in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted March 4, 2009 Share Posted March 4, 2009 That's fine, as Chelsea has said; they will venture further when they are more confident. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ambulance Girl Posted March 4, 2009 Share Posted March 4, 2009 Hi Tania, Yes this is normal, that is why they are called chickens. King regards, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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mostin Posted March 4, 2009 Share Posted March 4, 2009 Don't worry, in a couple of weeks they'll be tripping you up to get at whatever treat you are bringing them, the nervousness soon wears off Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
