Avian Gout
I recently had a 13-month old hen die unexpectedly. I noticed a feather stuck to her foot and picked herContinue Reading
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Vent Gleet
I’ve written a series of posts on chicken inputs (what to feed chickens; herbs; prebiotics and probiotics; manufactured feed) andContinue Reading
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Bumblefoot
When I first got chicks in 2005 one of my pullets developed a permanent limp. I have no idea whatContinue Reading
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Dealing With Sour, Impacted & Pendulous Crop
Understanding your chickens’ digestive system will help you navigate any problems that might affect it. Avian digestive systems are differentContinue Reading
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The Trials & Tribulations of Raising Chicks
The highlight of my year is having chicks: the anticipation of the hatch, getting to know them and seeing howContinue Reading
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Curled Toes In Chicks
Curled toes, in which one or more toes appear to curl sideways, is a treatable condition in chicks. It mayContinue Reading
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Slipped Tendon
Symptoms & Treatment
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Euthanasia
The Why & When Of A Difficult Decision
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Coccidiosis
I always knock on wood and consider myself lucky when I’ve escaped some of the pitfalls of chicken keeping. ButContinue Reading
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Broody Hens: The Good, The Bad & The Ugly
When Things Don’t Go As Planned
Bitchin' Chickens 