Chicken Respiratory Disease Doxycycline is great first choice antibiotic used by chicken vets; it is NOT registered for egg layers. Lincomycin combined with Spectinomycin is… Read More »What Antibiotic Treats Respiratory Infection In Chickens?
Possibly, but what is known is that oregano is a healthy addition to a chicken’s diet, and they love it. Oregano is packed with vitamins,… Read More »Can Chickens Eat The Oregano Stems?
There are at least 20 essential oils currently used in chicken (poultry) production which are considered safe. Top 20 Essential Oils Used in Chicken (Poultry)… Read More »Is Lavender Oil Toxic To Chickens?
Most blueberry growers apply post-emergent herbicides to the desired 4-foot weed-free zone, using a shielded sprayer, to prevent herbicides from coming in contact with the… Read More »How Do I Control Weeds In My Blueberry Bushes?
Whisk several drops of blue coloring and and several drops of lemon essential oil into a bowl of honey. Store the solution in a glass… Read More »How Do You Make Anti Pecking Spray For Chickens?
Why it’s good for chickens: Peppermint oil helps to repel flies. We add it to our homemade bug spray for humans, too! How to use… Read More »Can You Spray Peppermint Oil Around A Chicken Coop?
Good for your Hens Chicken speak, Basil promotes mucus membrane and respiratory system health, so adding some crushed basil to your chicken feed will keep… Read More »What Does Basil Do For Chickens?
Clean your coop before the cold weather sets in. Remove all the old bedding and litter from the nesting boxes, henhouse, and run and replace… Read More »How Do You Keep A Chicken Coop Clean In The Winter?
The buds, flowers, and leaves of the hydrangea plant contain cyanogenic glycosides, specifically a compound called hydrangin. Hydrangin converts into cyanide when ingested. This meanings… Read More »Are Hydrangeas Toxic To Chickens?
It is in the nature of chickens to scratch about in the soil searching for small insects. They are omnivorous and eat pretty much anything.… Read More »Why Do Chickens Eat Plants?