Hentastic Herby Henpecker 300 g

How often should I give my chickens a Henpecker?
You can offer a Henpecker daily as an enrichment treat. One 300g block typically lasts 3-5 days for a flock of 4-6 chickens, depending on how eagerly they peck at it. Remember that treats should make up no more than 10% of your chickens' daily diet.

Can I use this without a Henpecker Feeder?
Absolutely! While a Henpecker Feeder keeps things tidy, you can hang the block from a secure hook, place it on a feeding tray, or crumble and scatter it on the ground to encourage natural scratching and foraging behaviour.

Will this help stop feather pecking in my flock?
Yes, this can help reduce boredom-related feather pecking. By providing mental stimulation and encouraging natural pecking behaviour, chickens are less likely to peck at each other. However, persistent feather pecking may have other causes that should be investigated.

Is the peanut butter safe for chickens?
Yes! Peanut butter is safe and highly nutritious for chickens when fed in appropriate amounts as part of a treat. It provides healthy fats and protein that chickens love, making this block irresistible to your flock.

Can I feed this to chicks?
This product is formulated for adult chickens (over 16 weeks old). Young chicks should stick to chick starter feed until they're fully grown. The block's density and ingredients are best suited for mature birds.

What do the herbs do?
The herbs provide natural health benefits. Garlic supports immunity and acts as a natural antimicrobial, oregano aids digestive health, parsley is rich in vitamins, spearmint improves palatability, and spirulina provides additional protein and nutrients.

How should I store unused Henpeckers?
Keep unused blocks in their wrapper in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture. Once opened, use within 3 months for best freshness. If the block becomes too crumbly, you can still scatter it as loose feed.

Will this attract rats or other pests?
Like all chicken feed and treats, this product may attract rodents if left accessible overnight. We recommend removing any uneaten portions in the evening or using it during daytime hours when you can monitor the area.

My chickens ignore it. What should I do?
Some flocks take time to recognize new treats. Try crumbling a small piece over their regular feed to introduce the taste, or demonstrate pecking at it yourself (yes, really!). Once one brave hen tries it, others typically follow.

Is this suitable for all chicken breeds?
Yes! This treat is suitable for all breeds of chickens. Both bantams and large fowl enjoy pecking at it, though smaller breeds may take longer to work through a full block.

Can ducks or other poultry have this?
While the ingredients are safe, this product is specifically formulated for chickens. Ducks and other poultry have different nutritional needs and feeding behaviours, so we recommend species-specific treats for them.

Does this need to be refrigerated?
No refrigeration needed. Store in a cool, dry place. The vegetable fat and other ingredients are shelf-stable when kept properly sealed and away from heat and moisture.

Will this help during moulting?
Yes! The high protein content from seeds and peanut butter can provide extra nutritional support during moult when chickens need additional protein for feather regrowth. However, this should supplement, not replace, a complete layer feed.

What makes this different from other pecking blocks?
Unlike basic grain blocks, ours combines protein-rich peanut butter with beneficial herbs for digestive health support. The unique crumbly texture means it can be used as both a hanging enrichment toy and scattered foraging treat.