Wry Neck in Chickens: What is it? Causes, treatment and prevention Wry neck, also known as torticollis, twisted neck, or stargazing, is a surprisingly common condition amongst chickens and other poultry. It is particularly a problem for young chicks. Symptoms can range from mild to severe and if left untreated, wry neck has the potential …
Some topics of conversation just don’t seem controversial until you end up smack dab in the middle of them. This is one of those topics. While everyone agrees that chicks need supplemental heat, it seems like opinions are strongly divided about how to apply the heat and for how long. Let’s begin this conversation by …
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USPS regulations regarding live chick shipments are there to make sure you receive live animals promptly.
If you’re a chicken owner, then you should be aware of the dangers of coccidiosis. This deadly disease can affect both chickens and other animals and can often be fatal. In this post, we’ll take a closer look at what coccidiosis is, how to recognize the symptoms, and how to treat it. We’ll also discuss …
Mareks disease is a viral infection that can affect both commercial and backyard poultry flocks. The virus is highly contagious and can cause significant losses in infected flocks. While there is no cure for Marek’s disease, there are some measures you can take to protect your flock from the virus. This article will summarize Marek’s …
Though they are sometimes upside-down on the bag, all commercially available farm animal feed bags have nutritional labels on them. This will help you make informed decisions about what to feed your poultry based on factors like type of poultry, their age, and your preferences for food sources. 28% Protein Medicated Turkey Chick Starter Chick …
Of all the things we have to tend to when setting up for new chicks, brooders seem to be left for last, while poorly executed brooding accounts for a significant percentage of premature deaths in chicks all across the country. Here are some quick but important tips to help ensure successful brooding: Brooders need to …
Possibly the most confusing thing for anyone new to buying chicks online is this term: straight run. You’ve got your coffee warmed up and your computer warmed up and you’re ready to go find the cutest-looking chicks to put into your cart and complete your order and then – confusion. Why does this breed come as …
Causes, Treatment and Prevention of Pasty Butt in Chicks Worst Case Scenarios Can Occur Pasty butt, otherwise known as vent gleet, is a fairly common ailment in chickens. The causes of this condition are not always clear, but some causes are known and there are steps you can take to cure it. In this article, …
