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My hen keeps trying to take food from another larger hen and doesnt eat other food offered to her. As a result, she's getting her feathers picked at by the larger hen. Is there anything I can do?
Updated On February 14th, 2020
Pet's info: Farm Animal | Farm Chicken | Female
Answered By Jessica Desrosiers 40
Veterinary Technician
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Offering extra food for both hens may encourage your hen to peck at her own food. If they're fighting to the point of pulling feathers, removing the dominant hen for a short bit and then reintroducing them may also help.
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