How to take care of a hen lying on eggs
Here are some tips to ensure that the hen enjoys a safe and comfortable incubation process to get the chicks
Regular provision of food and water: This seems very obvious, but it is necessary to make sure that the brooder hen is fed at least once a day, because broody hens consume 80% less feed than usual, so they are very vulnerable to malnutrition, and for this, water must be provided And special food for her and put it near her so that she does not have to move away, and if it is noticed that she never feeds, she must be given foods that help open her appetite in addition to food rich in energy, taking care to have clean and pure water at all times.
Providing a safe environment for the brooder hen: Brooding chickens need a special place to lie on the eggs away from the rest of the chickens, so provide a special and safe place such as a small chicken coop, to avoid the incubation process being stressful, away from the activities of the rest of the chickens such as laying eggs, fluffing feathers and building nests which may cause discomfort to the brooder hen.
Maintaining the cleanliness of the hatching nest: It is necessary to keep the hatching nest clean, because the eggs can be stained with dirt and dust, which leads to corruption, so the nest lining must be changed constantly, and any droppings, broken eggs, or any eggs that emit a rotten smell must be done.
Not interfering with the process of incubating the eggs: the more upset the brooding hen is, the more likely it is to give up lying on the eggs before they hatch, so it must be monitored if they get the right amount of food, and the lining of the hatching nest is changed only when the hen leaves the place, and trying not to Get as close to her as possible.
