{"product_id":"oyster-shell-calcium-laying-hens","title":"Oyster Shell for Chickens","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"text-xl font-bold text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-0.5\"\u003ePure calcium for perfect eggshells every time!\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eLaying hens have exceptional calcium demands - each egg requires approximately 2 grams of calcium to form a proper shell. Our premium oyster shell provides the rich, bioavailable calcium your layers need to produce strong, quality eggs consistently. The medium-sized particles are perfect for all adult birds and allow natural self-regulation of calcium intake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.2kg pouch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-xl font-bold text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-0.5\"\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStrong Eggshell Production\u003c\/strong\u003e - Provides rich, easily-absorbed calcium essential for producing firm, quality eggshells that resist cracking and breakage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrevents Soft-Shell Problems\u003c\/strong\u003e - Ensures laying hens receive adequate calcium to prevent soft-shelled, thin-shelled, or shell-less eggs caused by deficiency\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHealthy Bone Structure\u003c\/strong\u003e - Supports strong skeletal development and prevents calcium depletion from bones during intensive egg production\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Self-Regulation\u003c\/strong\u003e - Hens instinctively consume the amount they need based on laying activity, preventing deficiencies without overconsumption\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh Bioavailability\u003c\/strong\u003e - Oyster shell calcium is highly digestible and readily absorbed, more effective than many synthetic calcium sources\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-xl font-bold text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-0.5\"\u003eHow to Feed\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eOffer in a separate feeder or dish, allowing laying hens free-choice access at all times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding Guide:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide continuously in a dedicated feeder or sturdy dish separate from regular feed. Laying hens will naturally increase consumption during active egg production and reduce intake during moult or rest periods. One 1.2kg pouch typically lasts a small flock of 4-6 laying hens approximately 6-8 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep in a cool, dry place. Reseal pouch after use to prevent moisture absorption and maintain palatability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-xl font-bold text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-0.5\"\u003eWhat Makes It Special?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eOyster shell isn't a luxury - it's an absolute necessity for laying hens. Each egg your hen produces requires approximately 2 grams of calcium, and a productive layer can produce over 300 eggs annually. That's 600+ grams of calcium needed just for eggshells alone, not counting the calcium required for bone health, muscle function, and other physiological processes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eWhen hens don't receive adequate dietary calcium, their bodies mobilise calcium from their own bones to form eggshells. This skeletal depletion can lead to serious health problems including osteoporosis-like conditions, fragility, and reduced lifespan. Our premium oyster shell prevents this by providing an abundant, highly bioavailable calcium source that hens can access as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eWhat makes oyster shell particularly effective is its gradual dissolution rate. Unlike some calcium sources that release quickly, oyster shell dissolves slowly in the digestive system, providing sustained calcium availability throughout the day and night when shell formation occurs. The medium-sized particles are ideal for adult chickens - large enough to remain in the gizzard temporarily but small enough for comfortable consumption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/strong\u003e All laying hens, preventing soft or thin eggshells, supporting high-production layers, maintaining bone health, preventing calcium deficiency, allowing self-regulated calcium intake\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Happy Hen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55944030912892,"sku":null,"price":4.29,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/0481\/5996\/files\/Oyster-shell-for-chickens.jpg?v=1762358545","url":"https:\/\/myhappyhen.com\/products\/oyster-shell-calcium-laying-hens","provider":"My Happy Hen","version":"1.0","type":"link"}