Author Topic: ex batts (Read 2005 times)

grumpsgarden · « **on:** August 09, 2011, 02:04:46 pm »

hi we got some ex batts but lots of them are showing signs of prolapse , we've had ex batts before but never have we had this problem with them some advice as what we can do to help /prevent or anything would be greatly appreciated thank you

plumseverywhere · « **Reply #1 on:** August 10, 2011, 06:51:16 pm »

Not kept ex-bats yet but recently lost a hen who had a prolapse twice. hopefully someone will be along soon with more experience to help...

grumpsgarden · « **Reply #2 on:** August 10, 2011, 07:18:22 pm »

lost 5 so far to prolaspe and 3 not looking so good at mo so have put them in the hospital wing to see how they go

faith0504 · « **Reply #3 on:** August 10, 2011, 07:28:11 pm »

hi i cant give you any advice, but my fingers are crossed for them

grumpsgarden · « **Reply #4 on:** August 10, 2011, 07:44:35 pm »

thank you , i have been advised today to cut the amount of layers as large eggs can cause prolapse i have around 60 birds in total that free range dueing the day and feed from 2 large feeders and a tray for the ducks