10 Health Precautions For Backyard Chicken Owners

This article is much needed and was a huge reminder that I need to be more consistent with my practices. I fail to wear a mask 75% of the time I'm in the coop and my asthma symptoms have been showing up more recently. I thought holding my breath or slipping my shirt up over my mouth while racking the coop would help but it doesn't. From here on out my mask will be close by my boots so I don't forget to put it on.

nice review on precautions when handling chickens, especially coop cleaning. Great that bio security is mentioned-protection of your flock is important

Well written article!

As a new Chicken mom, all these tips will come in handy to keep both our girls and ourselves feeling great. Thanks!

Good practice in general, not just for breathing and immune system issues.

Good biosecurity and cleanliness are key to remaining healthy around your flock.

Read if you are immune supressed