puddleduck Posted May 14, 2009 Share Posted May 14, 2009 I am fairly sure there is nothing to worry about but my chickens are still showing no signs of laying! 2 are coming up to 24 weeks and one roughly 25/26 weeks. They don't seem to be developing very fast they don't understand the meaning of crouching... and they think life is all about eating, free ranging and getting a regular supply of fresh green veg delivered to there door (eglu ) oh and nest boxes are just luxurious place to sleep & poo at night! sorry I know I am just impatient, but I can't help but worry a little that something isn't quite right! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted May 14, 2009 Share Posted May 14, 2009 They are still very young. Don't panic! The development and reddening of the comb and wattles, combined with crouching and an increase in appetite are all signs that eggs are imminent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katieadams Posted May 14, 2009 Share Posted May 14, 2009 I've had nothing more since that one softie 2 days ago, so I think the race is still on between us Puddleduck! I keep in mind that the chance of having 3 'duffers' is pretty slim! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
puddleduck Posted May 14, 2009 Author Share Posted May 14, 2009 I can't help but be a little when everyone elses girls are laying and they always seem to be younger than mine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katieadams Posted May 14, 2009 Share Posted May 14, 2009 I know how you feel there Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hangman Posted May 14, 2009 Share Posted May 14, 2009 I'm sure the wait will definately be worth it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ruth1 Posted May 14, 2009 Share Posted May 14, 2009 Don't worry it'll happen, I was the same last year, they took forever to get going and it's hard to be patient, you'll soon be overloaded with eggs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patricia W Posted May 14, 2009 Share Posted May 14, 2009 It'll happen - and, the date you found your first egg will be etched in your memory for ever !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Budgies Posted May 15, 2009 Share Posted May 15, 2009 I know it probably doesn't feel like it to you, but it's a good sign that they're taking their time! Young girls that come into lay too soon (spurred on by the food they're given etc) often experience problems because their egg laying equipment isn't properly mature enough to produce eggs. So enjoy your little ladies, don't panic and soon you'll be enjoying some lovely eggs!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
puddleduck Posted May 16, 2009 Author Share Posted May 16, 2009 The development and reddening of the comb and wattles, combined with crouching and an increase in appetite are all signs that eggs are imminent. but thats my point.... their just not developing! ok so there faces are red but the combs are still small, they don't crouch and they don't eat a massive amount! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Budgies Posted May 16, 2009 Share Posted May 16, 2009 My first hybrid to lay was 25 weeks old, so you've still got a way to go. The emerging comb, wattles etc all happens fairly swiftly once it starts - you're still in the "normal" range!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
puddleduck Posted May 16, 2009 Author Share Posted May 16, 2009 2 came from a very popular breeder on here and 1 from a garden centre that again I have only heard good things about (although they were a little vague about the age) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Budgies Posted May 16, 2009 Share Posted May 16, 2009 Sorry puddleduck, I edited my post because I suddenly realised that they are still very young to be laying, even if their ages are bang on! Just to add to the confusion! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
puddleduck Posted May 16, 2009 Author Share Posted May 16, 2009 Am I going mad now... I am sure I saw a post questioning where they came from and perhaps they weren't as old as I thought... so I responded and now I can't see it!!! I promise I haven't been drinking this early Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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