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Over trodden hen

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Over trodden hen

« on: August 02, 2013, 18:52 »

When I had my cockerel I asked advice re over 'treading' and I bought some saddles. With Thatcher gone I removed the saddles but the Copper Marans is virtually bald under her wings. Is there anything I can do to help her or just let nature take it's course. I have put poultry spice in the layers. Ta.

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Debbieta

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Re: Over trodden hen

« Reply #1 on: August 02, 2013, 19:14 »

Hi there,
Given what some hens look like when going through the moult, or even ex-battery hens, and allowing for the fact we are in 'summer' so weather warm and mostly dry, I wouldn't think there is too much to worry about. Just give tlc and enjoy the fact that they're not stressed by the attentions of your boy!!
Ta
Debbie

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ANHBUC

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Re: Over trodden hen

« Reply #2 on: August 02, 2013, 22:46 »

A bit of extra protein is always welcome when they are producing new feathers. Things like meal worms, tuna and even eggs are a good source (not from your kitchen of course).

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Re: Over trodden hen

« Reply #3 on: August 03, 2013, 09:44 »

She will re-feather when she has her moult

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