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Is Wet Food Right For Your Flock Of Chickens?

Animals | Health & Nutrition | Poultry |
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People are talking about feeding wet food to their chickens. And while there are some reasons to consider it, there are drawbacks as well.

Do Chickens Really Need Apple Cider Vinegar?

Chickens 101 | Health & Nutrition | Poultry |
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Many poultry-keepers swear by the benefits of apple cider vinegar, but the truth is, your chickens don't need it (and it may cause more harm than good).

Why Does My Chicken Have A Bruise On Its Beak?

Chickens 101 | Health & Nutrition | Poultry |
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Is your bird looking black and blue? A few different things can cause a bruise on the beak, but don't worry—it's common and typically clears up itself.

Bumblefoot: What It Is & How To Protect Your Chickens

Animals | Health & Nutrition | Poultry |
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Bumblefoot may sound funny, but for your chickens, this painful foot condition is no laughing matter. And left untreated, the malady could even prove fatal.

5 Chicken Health Tips For Keeping Your Flock In Shape

Animals | Flock Talk | Health & Nutrition | Poultry |
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Being a good keeper means monitoring the health of your chicken flock. Here are five tips for maintaining the well-being of your birds.

Why Is There Blood In My Chicken’s Egg?

Animals | Health & Nutrition | Poultry |
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Believe it or not, blood in an egg isn't uncommon, nor is it a sign of trouble. Rather, blood can show up in or on an egg for a few, very normal reasons.

Include These Items In Your Chicken First-Aid Kit

Animals | Health & Nutrition | Poultry | Poultry Equipment |
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Expect the unexpected when it comes to your flock's health with a well-stocked chicken first-aid kit. Here's what to include to keep your chickens healthy.

Keep Your Chickens Safe From Threat Of Wildfires

Animals | Health & Nutrition | Poultry | Poultry Equipment |
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The U.S. has seen increased wildfires in recent years, which reminds us to keep our chickens safe from fire, as well as chemical effects of ash and pollutants.

How To Help Chickens Deal With Heat Stress On Hot Days

Chickens 101 | Health & Nutrition | Poultry |
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Phew, it's hot! And for your chickens, heat waves can mean heat stress—a potentially dangerous condition. Here are some ways to help your birds stay cool.

Can You Take A Vacation From Your Chickens? Yes!

Animals | Chicken Coops & Housing | Chickens 101 | Health & Nutrition | Poultry |
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You can have it all—a friendly flock of chickens and a relaxing vacation away from home. Here are some tips for getting away without getting in trouble.

Watch For These Conditions In Incubated Chicks

Animals | Health & Nutrition | Poultry | Poultry Equipment |
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It's exciting to see your chicks hatch from their eggs, but keep an eye on your new little birds for these common conditions, some of which can prove fatal.

Interested In Biohacking A Better Chicken Breed?

Animals | Chickens 101 | Health & Nutrition | Poultry |
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DIY is all the rage, extending to citizen and community science projects. And if you try to breed a better bird, you're doing some backyard biohacking, too.

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