How to Effectively Manage Red Mite in Your Coop

This is such a large topic, I have deliberately put off writing about it!  There are so many options out there to help chicken owners, not all of which are terribly effective.  Some however, in my humble opinion, should be in every poultry owners arsenal.  Having said that, I have found that no one product … Lire la suite How to Effectively Manage Red Mite in Your Coop

Signs Your Chicken is Suffering from Flystrike

A very serious condition that is very uncomfortable for the hen, it can lead to death if not treated quickly. The cause is attracting flies to a dirty vent.  The flies eat the healthy skin on the affected area and lay their eggs in the wound.  The problem will then escalate until the hen succumbs … Lire la suite Signs Your Chicken is Suffering from Flystrike

La myiase

Il s’agit d’une affection très grave et très douloureuse pour la poule, qui peut entraîner la mort si elle n’est pas traitée rapidement. La cause est l’attraction de mouches dans un conduit d’aération sale, par exemple les fientes collées autour du cloaque.  Les mouches pondent leurs œufs sur la peau saine autour de cloaque (ou … Lire la suite La myiase