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So today I went by tractor supply and found out the FDA is trying to regulate and do away with OTC Antibiotics, like most peps on here are suggesting. Thought it was interesting to know about! Time to go more Natural and Research a healthier way to treat your poultry, cattle, sheep, etc...

I have heard silkies are difficult to raise. I have raised 6 now to adult age. I have one that has wry neck, one with a weird looking comb, and three that are showing symptoms of illness, and one suddenly died after falling on its head. The ones that are showing illness are not eating, drinking...

I started raising chickens and was wondering if I need a Flock Id here in Texas. I have not been given any information on this, just found it online today. I do not sell chickens or eggs, just have them for my own use. Any help would be appreciated. I looked up on the texas animal health...

My chickens seem to be unable to gain weight. When I lift them up their breast bone protrudes, no meat on either side. They are 4-9 months old. Many 8+ have died from something spreading in the flock or malnourishment. When they show symptoms of sickness they decrease their eating tremendously...

I've had quite a few chickens die on me in a slow manner over the last year. Had vet do an exam of one dead chicken & the conclusion was Pox, I'm thinking wet version Bc they don't have those wort like things on their comb etc. Should I vaccinate all my others as a percation? If so, how exactly...

My little silky developed wry neck, which I'm guessing, after being startled. Her neck curls up like a spring with just the slightest startle. I feel so bad for her! I've separated her and have figured out how to hold her in the palm of my hand so she can eat. Although when her neck curls her...

What is the best age to start a dewormer? Best dewormer, liquid in water, feed pellet kind? How much to give? How often should it be given, & also routine maintenance? Best for coop birds or free range birds? Any natural Remedy to worm prevention? DM Powder I've read. Thanks!

I would like to go all natural with my chickens when it comes to illnesses and just health maintenance. I currently use Rosemary, DM powder, Apple Cider Vinager, Garlic. Any one else have suggestions on immune boosters & ancient medication for chickens? Thanks

Does anyone know how to send off a recently dead chicken to get a necropsy done for a mystery disease? I packaged it well, like it says to on multiple reference sites. Just need an address or location I could send it to. I am in Texas. I truly don't want to have to go through a vet because the...

My grown chickens have developed an illness that is very complicated. I took it upon myself to get veterinarian help. Treatments did not work on my first very sick hen. Sent off another hen to UT Austin college for dissection. Concluded that the dead hen had fowl pox. The symptoms don't all add...