How long do you keep the broodies separate from the rest of the flock? Could multiple broodies be separated together or not?
I kept them separate until hen got tired of them. But it was an experiment and I had the room to keep them away. They were kept in a garden with only a piece of plywood leaned against a wall for a coop. This area was not protected from the hawks. Lots of vegetative cover and momma hen was quick to teach them to get under cover. My first broody was doing well with hers most of the morning but she couldn't keep them close and my other hens were not as obliging to keep away from them. I'm not sure if that's normal reaction to other hens chicks but they definitely went for the chicks. Was able to save a few. Maybe some one else has better ideas of ages to bring back together