I'm back with more questions. I have a Blackrock and a Maran. They are almost 19 weeks old.
I have one of the Omlet Chicken Coops, so the nest box is closed off (I have the door currently shut) from their sleeping area.
How will I know when they are ready to start laying? I don't want to open it as its extra cleaning if its not being used for laying, but at the same time I am not sure about keeping it closed as they may start laying any day. Is there a set timeframe I should be thinking about leaving the door open? Thanks.