marcnvikki Posted August 12, 2009 Share Posted August 12, 2009 There is quite a long story to this problem, so bare with me: Ella was one of our two chickens and just before we were due to get three ex-bats, her companion died (she was egg-bound). Ella had a week on her own and seemed very relaxed. Then the ex-bats arrived and have done nothing but peck at her. For the first week, Ella kept laying. But now her eggs are soft. She seems well in herself, and she's eating well. I've put enough food out around our garden to ensure she can nibble without being bullied by the horrible ex-bats (who I know have a survival instinct and can't help themselves). She already has grit etc, so I just wondered if anyone has any ideas? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted August 12, 2009 Share Posted August 12, 2009 Stress can affect laying so I would imagine it's a reaction to the bullying . Are you keeping her separate from them or are they getting on OK now? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plum Posted August 12, 2009 Share Posted August 12, 2009 Hello, you could try adding some calcium and vit D supplement to her food. Like limestone flour and cod liver oil to give her a boost Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandyhas3chucks Posted August 14, 2009 Share Posted August 14, 2009 apart from the advice have you considered splitting the ex bats upp, maybe pick the bottom chook of the 3 & pal her & Ella up, when they have boded(or truced,) add the next. etc until hopefully your main ex bat bully comes in lower down the order. keeping them where they can see each other. If nothing Else it will give Ella a breather and a pal! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
