chicken-mites
Red Mites and Autopsies
Guda van der Burgt is a veterinary pathologist who undertakes chicken autopsies. She lives at Rough Ground Farm in Oxfordshire, England.
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Dangers in the Coop
Are dangers lurking in your carefully planned chicken house? A sturdy coop offers shelter from weather and predators and a quiet refuge for the laying hen.
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Why and When Do Chickens Molt?
When do chickens molt and why do they do it? How long does it take? And why does it sometimes happen out of normal times.
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How to Keep Chickens Warm in Winter?
Fall is the perfect time to answer the question: How to keep chickens warm in winter? Now is the time to start preparations before the weather turns bad.
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External Parasites
External parasites will always be a concern for any flock owner, just as internal parasites and predators are a concern. However, preventative practices can keep these nasty pests at bay.
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Everything You Need to Know About Chicken Roosting Bars
One of the most common questions I get asked is how wide roosting bars should be and how high off the ground they should be positioned. So here’s everything you need to know about chicken roosting bars.
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No Jolt During The Molt: Chicken Care in 7 Steps
Ready or not, here comes the molt. Chickens shedding feathers and a drop in egg production are good indicators that your birds are going through molt.
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Hidden Health Problems: Chicken Lice and Mites
It’s inevitable. Someday, no matter how careful you are or how clean you keep things, you’re going to find chicken lice, mites, or both on your birds and in your coop.
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The Right Stuff!
Poultry equipment comes in many different sizes and styles, but what do you really need for your flock? Since backyard chickens became popular again, all sorts of products have surfaced in feed stores.
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Chicken Mites and Lice Treatment
When it comes to chicken mites treatment, the best defense against poultry pests is a good offense.
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