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Sick Chicks: 7 Common Illnesses You May Encounter

Marek’s Disease is a viral disease that is almost always fatal. Because of this, most hatchery chicks are vaccinatedagainst it in their first 24 hours after hatching or even while they are still in the egg. You should consider vaccinating your … See more

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How to Treat Goat Diseases and Illnesses Naturally

WEBReading Time: 10 minutes By Rev. Dr. Waltz, ND, DD, CNC, CTN, Delta Colorado – When it comes to goat diseases and illnesses, th ere are many ways to care …

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Common Goat Hoof Problems

WEBGoat Hoof Rot, Laminitis, and More. Goat hoof problems can cause lameness and lead to economic losses due to reduced food intake/weight gain, reduced milk production, …

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A Guide to Sick Chicken Symptoms

WEBChicken diseases and illness can be caused by a number of things. Viruses, bacteria, molds, fungus, and parasites are the infectious type of illness. Often, if one of …

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A Guide to Recognizing and Treating Chicken Foot Problems

WEBCover the foot with a gauze pad, secured with first-aid tape or thin strips of vet wrap, taking care not to make the wrap too tight. Repeat this procedure every two or …

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The Basics of Caring for Goats

WEBWhen building a herd health program from the ground up, beginning with the basics of caring for goats is best. One needs to consider the basics of the …

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A Chicken Feeding Guide to Balance Diet at All Ages

WEBThe protein amounts for grower feed is usually 14-18% by weight. Most chickens will need this feed until 20-22 weeks of age when they are ready to lay their first egg. Some larger …

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A Guide to Eye Problems and Eye Infections in Goats

WEBCOMMON EYE PROBLEMS IN GOATS. Entropion (or inverted eyelids) is a condition in which the eyelid—usually the lower eyelid—is turned inward. It is usually …

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What to Feed Chickens to Keep Them Healthy

WEBAs far as feeding chickens scraps, feel free to feed them meats, cheese, vegetables, fruits, bread, french fries, boiled eggs and most anything else in small …

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Goat Medications and First-Aid Must-Haves

WEBThe first is B vitamins, B1 and B12. The next, activated charcoal, large amounts of baking soda, and a drenching tool. Sadly, when a goat becomes ill, their …

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What to Feed Chickens Naturally

WEBLarge commercial meat and egg producers have switched to offering oregano and thyme in their chicken feed on a regular basis instead of chemicals and …

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The Benefits and Disadvantages of Goat Milk

WEBProtein levels in goat milk vary by breed as well as season, type of feed, and stage of lactation. For instance, Toggenburg goat milk is 2.7% protein while Nubian goat …

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Goat Vaccinations and Injectables

WEBFill no more than half full, then cover with disinfectant solution. Add concrete, dirt, or gravel to trap the sharps and seal well. Injectable bottles and contents also need …

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When, Why and How of Deworming Chickens

WEBTreatment is repeated in 10 days. Fenbendazole is approved for turkeys, for which no withdrawal period is required. It is not approved for chickens, and if overused …

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A Look at Chicken Eyes

WEBCommon signs of infection are otherwise healthy-acting chickens with sticky, swollen, or cloudy eyes. Additional symptoms such as sneezing, lethargy, or diarrhea …

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huckleberries Archives

WEBChèvre Cheese with Rascleberry Appetizer. December 8, 2022 · Theresa Miller · Home DairyTheresa Miller · Home Dairy

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6 Turkey Diseases, Symptoms, and Treatment

WEBSymptoms include yellowish diarrhea, lethargy, and an off-color, sickly-looking black head. Birds may slowly become emaciated. It’s almost always fatal for …

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Therapy Chickens Combat Isolation and Loneliness

WEBEdinburgh Prison in Scotland has a brood of therapy chickens, who improve the mood of the prisoners who care for them. The prisoners built a chicken coop for …

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Tips on Rooster Care; Keep Your Stud in Top Form

WEBFend Off Infection. Once the bleeding has stopped, use an antiseptic spray such as Blu-Kote to keep infection out. Re-apply regularly until the wound successfully …

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Broad-breasted Vs. Heritage Turkeys

WEBLabels may say, “young tom” or “young turkey.”. Most commercial growers process their birds at seven to twenty pounds and freeze them until the holiday season. …

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