JB09 Posted March 22, 2009 Share Posted March 22, 2009 Having only had my chickens for a few days my Gingernut has already produced two eggs, however we are yet to get one before it is broken. The shells are very soft and she must break them when getting up. She leaves the egg but has eaten the shell. I think she must need more grit in her diet. Does anyone add extra grit to their feed or shall I offer it seperately? I am glad she is laying but I am worried about her getting a taste for cracking the eggs... Any help would be grately appreciated Thanks JB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted March 22, 2009 Share Posted March 22, 2009 It isn't unusual for the first few eggs to be on the soft side. It should settle. However, I always leave a pot of Mixed Poultry Grit, which contains bits of sea shell, in the run for them to help themselves from on an ad lib basis. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theherd123 Posted March 22, 2009 Share Posted March 22, 2009 I offer oyster shell along with their feed and also have a seperate pot of it too. You could add limestone flour to their food too or a liquid calcium supplement will also help. Once the shells harden up you will then be able to assess if you have an egg eating problem too - i do hope not! Naughty chickens! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
