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If you keep chickens long enough you’ll run into most parasites, injuries, and diseases. I’ve only had to deal with one prolapsed vent, and there’s a reason they call it ‘blow out’. A vent usually becomes prolapsed when there is a problem passing a soft-shelled or very large egg and there is prolonged straining. The lower part of the oviduct turns inside out and protrudes through the vent.

This is a tale with both outcomes. Day Old Chicks, Chicken Health, Shelled, 10 Month Olds, Reproductive System, Parasite, Stuffed Shells, Large Egg, Treatment Plan

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The Tale of Two Prolapsed Vents

If you keep chickens long enough you’ll run into most parasites, injuries, and diseases. I’ve only had to deal with one prolapsed vent, and there’s a reason they call it ‘blow out’. A vent usually becomes prolapsed when there is a problem passing a soft-shelled or very large egg and there is prolonged straining. The lower part of the oviduct turns inside out and protrudes through the vent. This is a tale with both outcomes.

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Chicken Health Tips

Chickens provide a source of protein-rich eggs and meat, as well as fertilizer for gardens and insect control. However, raising chickens can also pose health risks for both birds and humans, as backyard flocks are susceptible to various diseases that can spread rapidly. Therefore, disease prevention is a critical component of sustainable poultry production, and backyard chicken farmers must take proactive measures to safeguard the health and welfare of their birds and themselves. Backyard Flocks, Chickens Backyard, Poultry Production, Healthy Girls, Insect Control, Disease Prevention, Chicken Farm, Raising Chickens

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Disease Prevention in Backyard Chicken Farms

Chickens provide a source of protein-rich eggs and meat, as well as fertilizer for gardens and insect control. However, raising chickens can also pose health risks for both birds and humans, as backyard flocks are susceptible to various diseases that can spread rapidly. Therefore, disease prevention is a critical component of sustainable poultry production, and backyard chicken farmers must take proactive measures to safeguard the health and welfare of their birds and themselves.

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Chicken Health Tips

If you have chickens, you know how important it is to keep them healthy and happy. One way to do this is by providing them with fresh and nutritious food. Mint is a great option for chicken owners because it is easy to grow and has numerous health benefits for both humans and animals. In this article, we will discuss how to grow mint for chickens and why it is a great addition to their diet. Mint Leaves In Water, Mint Water, Chicken Eating, Canned Chicken, Chicken Owner, Chicken Coop, Growing Mint Indoors, Health Benefits, Health Tips

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Growing Mint for Chickens: A Guide to Keeping Your Feathered Friends Healthy and Happy

If you have chickens, you know how important it is to keep them healthy and happy. One way to do this is by providing them with fresh and nutritious food. Mint is a great option for chicken owners because it is easy to grow and has numerous health benefits for both humans and animals. In this article, we will discuss how to grow mint for chickens and why it is a great addition to their diet.

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Chicken Health Tips

When it comes to raising chickens, many backyard farmers are looking for natural and sustainable ways to keep their flock healthy. Oregano, a common culinary herb, has been found to have several benefits for chickens. Not only can it improve their immune system and digestion, but it can also act as a natural insect repellent. In this article, we will discuss how to grow oregano for chickens, its benefits, and some simple steps to follow. Chicken Garden, Backyard Chicken Coops, Parsley Plant, Oregano Plant, Chicken Diet, Herbs For Chickens

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How to Grow Oregano for Chickens

When it comes to raising chickens, many backyard farmers are looking for natural and sustainable ways to keep their flock healthy. Oregano, a common culinary herb, has been found to have several benefits for chickens. Not only can it improve their immune system and digestion, but it can also act as a natural insect repellent. In this article, we will discuss how to grow oregano for chickens, its benefits, and some simple steps to follow.

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Chicken Health Tips

Chicken sneezing is an unusual and silly sound. It's okay to crack a smile every once in a while and take a picture. Then again, if they sneeze consistently more than usual, could something be wrong? In this article, we will examine why chickens sneeze, when to be concerned, and how to prevent it. Chicken Enclosure, Egg Quality, Bacterial Diseases, Bird Flu, Crazy Chicken Lady

Chicken Enclosure

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Causes, Treatment, and Prevention of Chicken Sneezing

Chicken sneezing is an unusual and silly sound. It's okay to crack a smile every once in a while and take a picture. Then again, if they sneeze consistently more than usual, could something be wrong? In this article, we will examine why chickens sneeze, when to be concerned, and how to prevent it.

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Chicken Health Tips

Sometimes in chicken-keeping, things happen that no one expects. It could be a sudden disease, a squabble between birds causing injuries, or even a predator attack that leaves your birds wounded and weak. For your birds, having certain supplies on hand could make the difference between a recovery and a loss. Keeping Chickens, Poultry Farming, Vet Medicine, Pet Chickens, Things Happen, First Aid Kit

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Chicken First Aid Kits - Handy and Essential Supplies, and How to Use Them

Sometimes in chicken-keeping, things happen that no one expects. It could be a sudden disease, a squabble between birds causing injuries, or even a predator attack that leaves your birds wounded and weak. For your birds, having certain supplies on hand could make the difference between a recovery and a loss.

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Chicken Health Tips

Marek’s disease is one of the most ubiquitous avian infections; it is identified in chicken flocks worldwide. Every flock, except those maintained under strict pathogen-free environments, has the potential to be infected. It is an incredibly common disease! Here are some ways to prevent this disease. Chicken Flock, Avian, Chickens, Giants, Disease, Big

The Great Big Giant Marek's Disease

Marek’s disease is one of the most ubiquitous avian infections; it is identified in chicken flocks worldwide. Every flock, except those maintained under strict pathogen-free environments, has the potential to be infected. It is an incredibly common disease! Here are some ways to prevent this disease.

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Chicken Health Tips

Wry neck is a condition that is often referred to as “crook neck” and it typically affects ducklings and baby chicks, although adult birds can suffer from it if they are being fed an incorrect diet. Birds with the disorder cannot hold their heads up on their own and as it progressively gets worse, affected birds start to fall over or lie on their backs unable to walk freely on their own. In this article we explore this illness. Hen Chicken, Chicken Diy, Chicken Ideas, Backyard Chickens Diy, Chicken Illness, Chicken Rearing

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Wry Neck - Causes, Treatment & Prevention.

Wry neck is a condition that is often referred to as “crook neck” and it typically affects ducklings and baby chicks, although adult birds can suffer from it if they are being fed an incorrect diet. Birds with the disorder cannot hold their heads up on their own and as it progressively gets worse, affected birds start to fall over or lie on their backs unable to walk freely on their own. In this article we explore this illness.

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Chicken Health Tips

Many medications are more effective when given orally instead of in the water, especially when a bird is ill because an ill bird is unlikely to drink enough medicated water. The oral administration of liquid medications in poultry and other fowl is very easy to do, and when giving small quantities, it is very safe if the proper procedure is followed. Egg Laying, Poultry, Medical, Fowl, Procedure

How to Safely Administer Oral Medications to Poultry and Waterfowl

Many medications are more effective when given orally instead of in the water, especially when a bird is ill because an ill bird is unlikely to drink enough medicated water. The oral administration of liquid medications in poultry and other fowl is very easy to do, and when giving small quantities, it is very safe if the proper procedure is followed.

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Chicken Health Tips

There are plenty of lists of toxic and unsafe plants for chickens, but it is very hard to find plant options that can be used in your chicken area. We have compiled a list of plants that are deemed appropriate for chicken areas. Plants For Chickens, Chickens And Roosters, Backyard Chickens, Chicken Rub, Chicken Life, Chook Pen

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A List of Chicken Safe Plants

There are plenty of lists of toxic and unsafe plants for chickens, but it is very hard to find plant options that can be used in your chicken area. We have compiled a list of plants that are deemed appropriate for chicken areas.

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Chicken Health Tips

Finding a trained poultry veterinarian or any vet who will agree to treat chickens is extremely difficult. Chickens offer cues when they are starting to get sick. Common signs of a sick chicken include: hiding, inactivity, unusual droppings, unusual posture, lack of appetite and reduced egg production. This article covers basic guidelines to follow when caring for your sick chicken without a vet. Live Chicken, Chicken Bird, Chicken Coops, What To Feed Chickens, Raising Backyard Chickens, Raising Quail, Raising Ducks

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Helping Your Chickens When They Are Sick

Finding a trained poultry veterinarian or any vet who will agree to treat chickens is extremely difficult. Chickens offer cues when they are starting to get sick. Common signs of a sick chicken include: hiding, inactivity, unusual droppings, unusual posture, lack of appetite and reduced egg production. This article covers basic guidelines to follow when caring for your sick chicken without a vet.

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Chicken Health Tips

This is for those experiencing problems with red mites and/or feather lice who do not wish to use pesticides or other chemicals in treatment (particularly backyard chicken keepers or those with smaller flocks). Louse, Mites, Urban Farming, Aging Gracefully

Aging Gracefully

Organic treatment for red mite and feather lice infestation

This is for those experiencing problems with red mites and/or feather lice who do not wish to use pesticides or other chemicals in treatment (particularly backyard chicken keepers or those with smaller flocks).

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Chicken Health Tips

Sexual dimorphism is the differences in appearance between males and females of the same species, such as color, shape, size and structure. They are created by the inheritance of sex-linked genes responding to varying amounts of sex hormones, like testosterone. This results in the same genotypes (genetics) producing different phenotypes (appearances), depending on sex. There are some things to look for to ‘know before they crow’. Feather Pattern, Inheritance, Figure It Out, Amounts, Genetics, Males

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Pullet or Cockerel? Understanding Sexual Dimorphism Will Help You Figure It Out

Sexual dimorphism is the differences in appearance between males and females of the same species, such as color, shape, size and structure. They are created by the inheritance of sex-linked genes responding to varying amounts of sex hormones, like testosterone. This results in the same genotypes (genetics) producing different phenotypes (appearances), depending on sex. There are some things to look for to ‘know before they crow’.

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Chicken Health Tips

Raising Ducks: Are you new to raising backyard ducks and asking yourself what do ducks eat? Learn about the diet of the domestic duck and what to feed your backyard ducks to keep them happy and healthy! Backyard Ducks, Backyard Farming, Backyard Garden, Urban Backyard, Garden Ponds, Backyard Ponds, Koi Ponds, Backyard Poultry

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What Do Ducks Eat? Your Complete Guide to Feeding Ducks

Raising Ducks: Are you new to raising backyard ducks and asking yourself what do ducks eat? Learn about the diet of the domestic duck and what to feed your backyard ducks to keep them happy and healthy!

So you have chickens...but do you know how to get GREAT eggs from them? Read on to discover how to get great eggs from your hens! Homestead Chickens, How To Keep Chickens, Toys For Chickens, Layer Chickens, Urban Chickens

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What to feed your chickens for better tasting eggs

So you have chickens...but do you know how to get GREAT eggs from them? Read on to discover how to get great eggs from your hens!