Will your hen except any chick at time?

A hen will not accept any chick at any time. Hens are protective of their own young and may reject chicks that are introduced too late. They will also reject chicks that are too different in size or color from their own.

Hens are most likely to accept chicks that are introduced to them within a few days of hatching. Chicks that are older than a few days may be rejected by a hen.

Hens may also reject chicks that are not healthy or that have any obvious deformities.