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It could mean it has gapeworms. There is one particularly nasty parasite that can cause symptoms which are often confused with a respiratory infection. Gapeworm… Read More »Why Is My Chicken Gulping?

Gurgling sounds in a chicken’s lungs are a clear sign of a viral or bacterial infection. There are two bacterial and two viral infections that… Read More »What Does It Mean When A Chicken Makes A Gurgling Sound?

The most widespread respiratory illness in chickens is CRD, caused by the bacteria Micro plasma gallisepticum. However, laryngitis, bronchitis, tracheitis and even pneumonia, are also… Read More »Can Chickens Get Respiratory Infections?

You can’t catch bird flu through eating fully cooked poultry or eggs, even in areas with an outbreak of bird flu. Can you get bird… Read More »Can You Catch Bird Flu From Eating Chicken?

Common signs of disease in poultry feather loss (unless birds are going through a natural moult) general inactivity. discharges. abnormal droppings. dull and/or closed eyes.… Read More »What Are The Symptoms Of A Sick Chicken?

The USDA says on its fact sheet about avian influenza that eggs that are properly prepared and cooked are safe to eat. Proper food safety… Read More »Can You Eat Eggs From Chickens With Avian Flu?

Birds have an air sac which draws air in like bellows in a blacksmiths fire pit. Birds can get spasms of their air sac from… Read More »Why Does My Chicken Sound Like She Has Hiccups?

Proper handling and cooking ensures food safety. With avian influenza in the news again, many people may be wondering if it is safe to consume… Read More »Is It Safe To Eat Chicken Now?

Classic Chronic respiratory disease (CRD) occurs when chickens and turkeys that are infected with Mycoplasma gallisepticum are stressed. The bacteria then causes Respiratory disease. Mycoplasma… Read More »Is Chicken Respiratory Disease Contagious?