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Bumblefoot is the term used to describe an infection on a chicken’s foot; it is referred to as “plantar pododermatitis” by medical professionals. Bumblefoot is characterised by swelling, sometimes redness, and often a black or brown scab on the bottom of the foot. ...
Fowl Pox is a very painful slow-developing viral infection affecting both chickens and turkeys. It is quite common throughout Australia, especially in summer, when flies and mosquitoes are everywhere. There are two types of fowl pox: wet and dry. A chicken can be...
Chickens get very uncomfortable in warm and hot weather, however they do need some sunlight to survive. Just like humans, chickens need sunshine too. The UV rays from the sun provide essential Vitamin D to both people and pets. Vitamin D is essential for backyard...
A sneezing, coughing, or wheezing chicken treatment is different for each and every case. For some respiratory issues, there is no known treatment. For others, you can choose to give your birds an antibiotic, a de-wormer (like in the case of gapeworm), or another...
Gapeworm is a parasite that lives in the flesh of the bird’s throat and causes intermittent wheezing and gasping. Many people mistake the difficulty a bird has with breathing as some kind of respiratory infection and may give their birds an antibiotic. This won’t help...
The chicken comb sits on top of the head and in a healthy hen is likely to be red, plump, and glossy, this often denotes she’s in lay. The comb is made up of collagen fibers in the form of protein bundles, similar to that of a rubber band, helping to give the comb its...
Chickens are like all other animals that can become injured or sick and require immediate care in order to recover. A fight can occur between birds causing injury, or your bird could be attacked by a predator. You can easily do the basics with a few pointers....
Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV) can work wonders for your chooks - naturally! It can be used to help ward off infection by boosting the immune system. Unpasteurised is the best. It's this raw, unprocessed type that contains the "mother". The "mother" develops during...
Your chicken’s poo will differ depending on what they eat and the season, but can also be an indicator of their health. A good guide is to monitor your chicken's poo and note any differences. By monitoring your chicken's output, you can often get an early...