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O’REILLY POULTRY IRELAND’S NO 1
POULTRY SUPPLIER IN THE WEST

we are a family run business with many years’ experience in livestock, our hatchery in Ireland has over 60-year experience in breeding, hatching, and rearing poultry, Using the latest technology, high standards of hygiene, and best practices in the hatchery management which means that you get the strongest, healthiest hens possible, rearing a healthy hen is of the upmost importance to us making sure our customers are always happy with the added advantage of knowing you have the full back up of our years of knowledge in poultry

Frequently Asked Questions
WHICH HENS WILL SUITS MY SMALL KIDS?
All our hens are chosen for their quite traits so any hen you choose will suit your needs
WHERE DO I KEEP MY HENS?
1. at least 1,100 square centimeters floor area for each bird.

2. a perch for them to stand on while they sleep. 3. an exercise space, or ‘run’

4. a nesting box filled with wood shavings or straw for the hens to lay eggs

IS IT EASY TO KEEP HENS?
keeping chickens is a relatively easy job, so long as you establish a strong routine. Here are some of the things you’ll need to do for your flock each day… Ensure that they have plenty of food and water. Spot check the coop to make sure it is clean and sanitary.
HOW MANY HENS DO I NEED FOR A FAMILY OF 4?

The average number of eggs per chicken is around 270 – 310 per year, normally slowing down in the winter months. So, normally 4-6 chickens should be plenty for a family of four

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Keeping Info

It is very easy to keep hens, it is however important to have the correct setup. Good fencing is vital when keeping poultry to keep predators out at all times. There are plenty of smart predators that will take the opportunity to get into your flock

Recommendations

PVC coated welded wire mesh, it’s a perfect fence for keepers. Having plenty of water is crucial for egg production and overall health. Keeping their water clean is also very important. It helps to ensure your chickens stay healthy by drinking the water you provide and avoid bad water