If you own a chicken coop, blood on the chicken feeder or in the water can cause concern. You may immediately think that one of your pet chickens may have been harmed in some way. This vet’s guide to investigating blood in these areas will help you to find the source of the problem.
Chicken Medicine and Diseases (incl parasites, vaccines)
The “Select Chicken Medicine and Diseases” category offers comprehensive insights into the health management of backyard and commercial poultry flocks. It encompasses a wide range of topics, from identifying common chicken diseases and parasites to understanding the essential vaccines required to keep your flock healthy. Whether you’re dealing with respiratory infections, digestive issues, or external parasites like mites and lice, this category provides valuable information on symptoms, diagnosis, and effective treatments. Additionally, it covers preventive measures, including vaccination schedules and biosecurity practices, to protect your chickens from infectious diseases. Ideal for both novice and experienced chicken keepers, this category serves as a crucial resource for maintaining the well-being and productivity of your chickens through proper medical care and disease prevention.
Chicken Eyes Under Siege: Abscesses or Pus – Identifying the Culprits
Some diseases can cause mild inflammation in the chickens but your flock will survive. Other infections can kill all of your chickens because of the severity of the disease. Coryza can kill our chickens because it can transmit from one chicken to the others. Because the pathogen can move from one chicken to another, the transmission is high.
Chickens Dying Suddenly? Reasons Why and Clues to Figure It Out (the devil is in the detail)
Why would a healthy chicken suddenly die? It died overnight with no symptoms… But is it common for chickens to die suddenly? It can be incredibly puzzling and disheartening to find a seemingly healthy backyard chicken suddenly deceased, especially when there were no noticeable symptoms prior to its passing.
Chicken Pooping Blood – The Vet’s Guide to Red, Black, and Orange Chicken Poop
It’s scary to find blood in chicken poop, especially if your chicken is pooping blood outright. So I called our veterinarian to learn a bit more and be prepared.
Backyard Chickens Lifespan Guide: Factors Affecting Longevity and How To Maximizing It
So I asked our veterinarian: How long do chickens live? And how can we keep them for longer? Keeping chickens in the backyard and making them part of the family is becoming more and more popular. However, like with all pets, the hardest part is knowing that one day you will have to say goodbye. Therefore, it really helps to know how long you can expect your beloved chickens to live and how to help them as much as you can. Read on for all the information you need on this topic.
Red Mite Alert: Protecting Your Chickens from These Tiny Predators
Have you ever noticed tiny red bugs crawling around in your chicken coop or on your pet bird? Chances are, you may be dealing with Red Mites – also known as Roost Mites. These pesky pests are a common parasite found in bird habitats, and they can cause irritation and stress for your feathered friends. … Read more
Why is my chicken bleeding from her vent?
Bleeding in chickens is a condition you can treat if caught early. It’s even more serious if the hen is bleeding from the vent area. If you’re a new chicken farmer, this can be a harrowing experience.
The vet’s complete guide to chicken parasites and diseases
Parasites that affect chickens externally and internally. The damages may sometimes go unnoticed by in most instances, these organisms usually cause devastating health effects and sometimes death.
How to know if your chickens have Salmonella
If you are into raising chickens in your backyard, taking proper care of your birds can be an overwhelming task. You will have to be very cautious in observing your birds since their condition may not be immediately visible.