Myth Buster: Refuting Online Chicken Advice
I first met Dr Vicki Bowes, avian vet/pathologist, in 2019 when I attended a workshop on Small Flock Poultry HealthContinue Reading
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A-Z Leg & Foot Issues In Chickens
Every couple of months or so, my mentor Dr Vicki Bowes, avian vet/pathologist and I get together to look atContinue Reading
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Avian Pathology Cases: 14
I’ve met up with Dr Vicki Bowes, avian vet/pathologist a number of times over the last 15 months to study necropsyContinue Reading
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Natural Remedy For Chickens: Neem
Thirty years ago, a new friend of mine mentioned that she was exploring investing in Neem oil, which was sureContinue Reading
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How To Buy Healthy Chickens
A common refrain in Facebook chicken groups is “I bought a bird that’s sneezing” or “I put my new chickenContinue Reading
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Natural Remedy For Chickens: Turmeric
Turmeric (Curcuma longa), a perennial herb and relative of ginger, gives the yellow colour to curries in Indian, Southeast Asian,Continue Reading
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Chicken Pedicures: Trimming Nails, Spurs & Beaks
Chicken nails, spurs and beaks are made of keratin, a type of protein. We have the benefit of being ableContinue Reading
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Chicken Health Check
Last week I was out with my chickens taking photos and just hanging out. The next couple of days IContinue Reading
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Ivermectin For Parasite Control
I will preface this article by saying although I am not a veterinarian, I have done some research and consultedContinue Reading
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