Tuftywatts Posted May 25, 2007 Share Posted May 25, 2007 My lovely 22 week black rocks haven't laid yet but the breeder said they should start this week (I got them last Saturday). This morning Ern went back into the eglu after getting up and sat in the nesting box for 25 minutes. I was so excited I missed the bus to work - only to find that after 25 minutes she got up and went back out with the others - no eggs!!! Is this normal and is it an indication that she'll start laying soon? Tufty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kathy C Posted May 25, 2007 Share Posted May 25, 2007 That seemed to happen with my 3 too, so yes I think you are right. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popcorn Posted May 25, 2007 Share Posted May 25, 2007 Perfectly normal Tufty. As with all the good intentions of your breeder telling when your girsl would lay...they aren't that predictable! We waited around 4 weeks over the predicted date Saying that though, nest sitting is a good sign....could be any day now. Fingers crossed. You'll see their combs and ears get brighter as they come into lay and they'll drink more water. Eggciting times though! Good luck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tuftywatts Posted May 25, 2007 Author Share Posted May 25, 2007 Thanks for the replies - feeling even more excited than I was earlier now! I'll be on lookout all weekend. Tufty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted May 25, 2007 Share Posted May 25, 2007 You'll notice them squatting when you approach when they are ready to lay too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
