Soft Shelled Chicken Eggs - What Happens and How to Help

[@darlinesly9364]

On another KZbin show the problem was not calcium but a Vitamin D deficiency.

[@sheshejosey3596]

I have one bird that has layed soft eggs occasionally since the day I got her. she gives me eggs that look like they are water stained as well. aka a white ring round it with a lighter center. She is a Rhode Island Red, and my chickens are free range. Great information.

[@realsimplemama]

Oh I hope that this gives you some ideas! Let me know if you need more help!

[@annjelley5363]

Thank you Sarah, just what I needed to know!

[@lucindamuniz2100]

Wow that raised dot was something I had been trying to find out thinking my smokie was having issues laying her eggs

[@teresafinnerty207]

you are fast at responding. your video has been the best one i have seen in this matter. I have one girl that is laying soft eggs and we have all of those goodies. They also get bok choy it is full of calcium. I thought she was egg bound but what you are saying makes more sense. thank you i want to see your run, when its done. I am adding on to mine this spring.

[@realsimplemama]

Oh I’m so happy to help! I have one who is prone to them too but I had to take her to the vet a few times thinking she was dying (I have a few videos called Prayers for Flopsy). If you see the Coop Build 2020 we are in the new digs and love it! And I’m happy to help.

[@nikkimonahan4654]

My silver laced wyandot is also called Lacey Jane! :)

[@teresafinnerty207]

thank you for this info

[@jackie5046]

Question: I have three birds all rescues two hens and a rooster. I've recently been feeding them Purina flock raiser which I have read is suitable when you are feeding both hens and roosters. However, one hen is no longer lying eggs at all, and my other has just begun producing soft shelled eggs. I am aware of what their calcium needs are but I am wondering if I'm making a mistake by using the Flock Raiser, inside of the 16 layer feed. I would be interested in any thoughts you might have about this.

[@realsimplemama]

Hi! I’ve never had laying hens and a rooster at the same time… it may sound terrible but you can’t have multiple feeds (because everyone will just eat whatever, not “rooster only” and “hens only”), so I say prioritize the hens’ needs and get a layer feed. I’m here if you have questions on their calcium too but sounds like you know what to do! One more thing - if you’re in the heat of summer, remember that hens may slow down or stop laying to conserve energy. ✌🏼❤️🐓

[@jackie5046]

@@realsimplemama thank you so much for reply RSM. Yes cannot have multiple feeds that is precisely the problem that is why I have this feed from Purina that theoretically you can give to everybody...but who knows... I'm also aware that there are reasons why birds stop laying eggs . in my situation because my birds are rescues I have no idea how old they are they may simply be past their laying life.. Yes I'm pretty well versed on the calcium issue and I think I'm just going to do what you have done and leave them a separate bowl with most likely for them to pick on whenever they feel they need it. I love your channel. Feel very confident in the advice that you offer. We are alike in philosophy....but I got me no experience 😂😂😂

[@cjboac9864]

If you want good egg laying chickens stay away from Purina Flock raiser feed! Tractor Supply had a recall of this food within the past few months for contamination!

[@jackie5046]

@@realsimplemama thanks so much for reply RSM. I realize whatever's there they're all going to eat there's for sure. I've been supplementing her with oyster shell. Her eggs are in good shape now.

[@jackie5046]

@@cjboac9864 thank you so much for this comment! Jeez. I just bought more flock raiser guess I'm returning it! Here's a question for you do you have any suggestion on any kind of an all flock feed? Maybe just a five-grain scratch....and supplementing girls with the oyster shell as I have been.

[@WildwoodTV]

My ex-battery hen laid softshell eggs, even 'tho I provided oyster shell & calcium/vitamin supplements, rest were OK. She was just coming to the end of laying, after a non-stop difficult working life - so just a pet now 🐔

[@realsimplemama]

Oh the poor thing. 😕

[@WildwoodTV]

@@realsimplemama your chickens are real beauts btw 👍

[@Constitutionalapologist]

Maybe taking white blackboard chalk and putting it in their food? Just an idea Not the colored stuff but just the white kind.

[@tonishea8541]

The vet tells me if a shell less egg breaks inside the chicken, it could die, even with immediate care.

[@470ohio]

Yesterday I was putting everyone to bed, and I got all in but one, the Boss was out and laying an egg (standing up), well it was soft. I really didn't think much of it was the first one. Today the Boss layed a regular egg (I think she did we had to go out all day, and I have 6 chickens and there was 6 eggs). But when it came time to put everyone away for the night, only one was in bed at the time. The Boss layed another soft egg and the other girls where on it so fast including the Boss, I didn't have a chance to grab it. Everybody else is fine. They do have oyster shells out all the time. I'll have to try the eggshells, but I hear that will make them want to eat their eggs.

[@realsimplemama]

Hey - you can do a few things. Since you know it’s The Boss you can isolate her and give her plenty of extra protein and clean water. Crushed up eggshells in my opinion are always a good idea and you make them fine enough, chickens won’t start eating eggs because they don’t make that connection. ✌🏻❤️🐓

[@470ohio]

@@realsimplemama Thanks I'll try it... There was another egg in the coop this morning when I let them out plus two regulars.

[@Antipodean33]

One of my chooks laid their usual perfect egg, then later in the day laid one soft shelled egg in the middle of the lawn. Next morning she didn't lay an egg. The next day she laid another soft shell egg, but this one was in her nesting box where she always usually lays perfect eggs. My 3 chooks have been laying since 16 to 17 weeks old, every day except for 2 days where one didn't lay. They are almost 6 months old, any ideas from someone would be appreciated

[@realsimplemama]

Oh man I’m sorry. If it’s not happening consistently I wouldn’t worry. But it never hurts to be supplementing with calcium - oyster shell, give the girls their own egg shells back, etc. Also make sure that their layer food has calcium in it. Keep the supplements separate from the food so the girls can grab it as they need.

[@realsimplemama]

I have a playlist about chicken treats too - foods like plain Greek yogurt can help!

[@Nisar25g]

Hi there, My chicken is been laying shell less egg for the last one month I have been given her lots and lots of oyster shell , Do you think one day it will come back to normal as she looks very healthy eats and drinks normal, I want to know if I should have hope that one day it will come back to normal, The chicken is about 8 months old was laying normal eggs for about two weeks then just this happened

[@realsimplemama]

Oh no. I’m so glad she’s acting healthy but if it’s happening consistently (every single time) it may be a permanent thing. I’d make sure she has plain water, she’s getting layer feed (not chick feed or grower feed) and give her your own chickens’ egg shells crushed, mixed with Greek yogurt or some plain oatmeal.

[@BeHarpazoReady]

@@realsimplemama I have the same issue. My vet put an implant in her to stop her laying but after three months the soft eggs were produced again. How much egg shell would you give her per day? I was going to get another implant in but I would like to see if I can correct it with egg shell instead. Note: it got so bad that she was laying internally. She had trouble breathing and her abdomen was swallen with fluid and her liver was in bad shape.

[@annettemastenchickenlove]

So my silkie does it everyday she gets several

[@realsimplemama]

If it’s chronic I would definitely look more into her diet and see how you could supplement. ✌🏻❤️🐓

[@Gammysgirl]

I’m a new chicken owner, one of my hens just started laying 4 days ago. She missed one day, but laid an egg the next morning (this morning). Then only 10 hours later when she was about to go to the coop for the night she squatted and out pops a soft shell egg with a little cord attached. I thought that was weird. Now after watching your vid I realize soft shell eggs just happens sometimes, but my concern is it was only 10 hours after her morning egg. Could it be because she missed one day? Should I be concerned? They eat layer feed and I leave crushed calcium out separate, but never see them eat it.

[@realsimplemama]

Hi! I wouldn’t worry yet. New layers often have little kinks that need to be worked out of the system. If she’s acting normal like eating and drinking and preening, her color looks good, I bet she’s ok. But I’m glad you saw her do that so now you can be on the lookout - if it keeps happening for more than two more weeks I’d start to look at what to do to intervene and help her. (You can always come back here and we can figure it out together!) [e-mail]

[@isaiahisaiah4989]

Don't eat her toes Gracie!😂

[@realsimplemama]

I had painted nails and I have a tattoo on my foot (which is a cricket... also doesn’t help) and Gracie was like “OOOOOOH” 😆

[@isaiahisaiah4989]

@@realsimplemama I'm sure it doesn't

[@angelayoung6616]

I had soft egg get feathers fixer and corn, mealworm too work anytime. Be careful doing it .

[@tkomla]

Warning: baby chicks, calcium and organ damage? Have come across this multiple sources.... Do you recommend a best chicken book?

[@realsimplemama]

I happen to love The Chicken Chick because she does a ton of research and her whole demeanor is beautiful and real. (Plus her homestead is gorgeous!) She does have some brand affiliations so that can get annoying. Other than that I just use my San Antonio chicken expert buddies, or looking online. I hadn’t seen anything about what you mentioned, but I only have had a batch of chicks one time. Did something happen? Can I help?

[@tkomla]

@@realsimplemama hi! Thanks for response. Nothing happened with my flock though always babies in the mix. Multiple sources caution that calcium will harm chicks' organs.

[@wallydalrymple4855]

My chickens lay soft shell eggs sometimes

[@JacquelineJaroffaith]

I never had a chicken do this.

[@realsimplemama]

It’s pretty rare if your chickens are healthy. But just like other weird eggs such as lash eggs, uncolored eggs for my hand who normally lays brown or another color, double yolk eggs, all kinds of weirdness can happen in their system!

[@JacquelineJaroffaith]

I do get double yokes & old shape eggs but soft eggs never seen one of those. They are very healthy Chickens. I give them plain yogurt once a month.

[@realsimplemama]

Well now you know what it is and how to fix it just in case!

[@almaramirez10]

Hey question what else do u feed ur hens pls???

[@JacquelineJaroffaith]

@@almaramirez10 Mint, lavender, and parsley. Help chickens and I crushed up egg shells very very small add in with their food.