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Carla Tilghman
Articles by Carla Tilghman
Ataxia, Disequilibrium, and Neural Disorders in Waterfowl
Waterfowl are resilient but need treatment for ataxia and disequilibrium caused by botulism, algal poisoning, and anatipestifer infections.
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Legacy of the Cotton Patch Goose
A landrace breed developed in the Southern U.S.
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Breed Profile: Shamo Chicken
Part of our Breed Profile series, the Shamo Chicken is also known as a “gamefowl.”
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Breed Profile: Cubalaya Chicken
Part of our Breed Profile series, learn more about the Cubalaya chicken, a Cuban breed.
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Ask Our Experts
Add to Favorites MITES IN THE CHICKEN COOPI have mites in my coop. An ancient Frenchman neighbor has recommended spraying with paraffin. Is this a good idea?Jeanne, Toulouse, France Hello …
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Ask the Expert: Oct/Nov 2022
Have poultry questions? Ask our experts!
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Shining A Light Into Your Eggs
How do you know what’s going on inside your incubating eggs? You “candle” your eggs by shining a bright light against the shell and getting a glimpse of the interior goings on.
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Ask the Expert August/September 2022
Our experts answer reader questions about poultry.
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Backyard Poultry August/September 2022
Backyard Poultry August/September 2022 — 17/4 is in homes July 14th but digital and All-Access subscribers can read it NOW! Subscribe to Backyard Poultry for great stories on Hungarian Yellow Chickens, chickens in strollers, protecting your chickens in really bad weather, and delicious chicken meatballs. PLUS: Turkens, amazing naked-neck chickens!
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