AmyChickenMama
Hatching
- Jun 15, 2023
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Hi there, I have 3 hens sitting in 3 nesting boxes. 2 started within days of each other, and the 3rd started a week late. The boxes are 36 inches off the floor. Should I move all 3 when the chicks hatch to the floor in separate boxes or put them in the shed I. The run? Should I build a ramp to the nesting boxes? I’m worried they will fall and die??
I’m also worried about the other moms going after the babies that aren’t hers. Also unsure if being on the floor would allow for rats? I don’t think rats can get into the coop but there are small vents in the eaves…?? Also, the other hens might be laying in one of the 3 boxes when they get up because there haven’t been many new eggs in the 2 free nesting boxes. Should I get rid of all the eggs that don’t hatch the first day for each mom? Help newbie here!
I’m also worried about the other moms going after the babies that aren’t hers. Also unsure if being on the floor would allow for rats? I don’t think rats can get into the coop but there are small vents in the eaves…?? Also, the other hens might be laying in one of the 3 boxes when they get up because there haven’t been many new eggs in the 2 free nesting boxes. Should I get rid of all the eggs that don’t hatch the first day for each mom? Help newbie here!