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    I wish I knew.. DO YOU KNOW?

    I called and expressed my doubt to regarding testing for Marek's on a live chicken and they assured me that it is possible. With that said, they were happy to explain it to me and to be honest it was all foreign to me :( Her test came back negative for what it's worth. It was a stretch, I am...
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    I wish I knew.. DO YOU KNOW?

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    My chicken is paralysed.please help

    It's spread through their dander (airborne) from my understanding. I know someone that received a positive results. She lost 5 birds before sending out a live sample of her little roo that's still suffering a paralyzed neck that came back positive. * it was vet suggested she use the Lab.
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    My chicken is paralysed.please help

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    I wish I knew.. DO YOU KNOW?

    Do you know we have access to a VET LAB that test for Avian diseases by just printing and filling out a form then mailing it along with a SIMPLE sterile Q-tip swab, stool or blood sample in a ziplock bag. Including but not limited to Marek's disease coccidia and many many more serious illnesses...
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    Things you wish you knew starting out?

    Access to a Lab that test for Avian diseases by simply filling out a form and mailing it along with a SIMPLE sterile Q-tip swab, stool or blood sample in a ziplock bag. Including but not limited to Marek's disease coccidia and many many more serious illnesses that are flocks fall victim to...
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    Runny nose and head tucked in

    If you hve Facebook please join CHICKEN BUTTS & CRAZY CLUCKS group and POST your concern and you will get additional answers and advice FAST! They have helped me several times over the years as well.
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    Runny nose and head tucked in

    I could be wrong and it could be something different I hope my comments helps others chime in and give their advice as well.
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    Runny nose and head tucked in

    Tylan 50 or Oxytetracycline HCI Soluble Powdee (broad Spectrum Antibiotic) They hide there illness so well until it's really life threatening. I learned the hard way. I lost 3 full grown healthy hens to respiratory year before last :( If you want to treat with a more natural approach follow...
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    Chicken coughing, blue comb and face

    Respiratory virus you have to treat her right away with a antibiotic
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    Runny nose and head tucked in

    Separate her! Keep a close eye on her for additional symptoms. Is she shaking her head? Breathing labored? She may have a respiratory virus. If so, you need to act fast and treat all of them right away.
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    Treatment for open wounds due to fowl pox

    Colloidal silver / Ionic Silver Research it.. and make sure to watch the video's on YouTube. I have seen it work miracles in just 24 hrs. I hope this helps
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    My chicken is paralysed.please help

    Hypericum Perforatum 30c (st. JOHNS wort) helps treat the nerves that are damaged in chickens that are suffering paralysis due to many viruses including Marek's disease. A MUST READ http://www.compassionblooms.com/tag/mareks-disease/
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    My chicken is paralysed.please help

    No guessing necessary follow the link below it's as simple as printing the form taking a sterile Q-tip swabbing her feathers and skin and mailing it out and you'll have your results if it's Marek's disease or not the same day the lab receives it. I'm mailing a swab out tomorrow morning myself...
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    Keeping the coop warm in the winter, HOW?

    We've added plastic around playpen area for their day play when they aren't free ranging. We're not sure if we should add extra heat to the coop it self. I only have 6 chickens and the coop is rather large. ANY ADVISE WOULD BE GREATLY APPRECIATED
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    Plz HELP!!! Do I have a ROO?

    First time chicken mommy... I purchased what I thought were 6 pullets from the Tractor Supply Store early spring 9-10 weeks ago however, Ms. Patsy stands out! (she) seems to stomp around a bit more aggressive and separates herself from the others and follows me everywhere I go.She stands taller...
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    First time chicken Mommy!!!

    Thank you drumstick diva for your warm welcome :) I put the toys in their brooder box when they were only 3 weeks old in hopes they would be entertained and hopefully interactive! My thought process was also having familiar (items) to help them with the upcoming transformation of going from the...
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    First time chicken Mommy!!!

    Thank you!!!
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    Chickens Fav Treats!!!!

    My 8 week old hens favorite treats to date. *Love Love Love plain cooked spaghetti noodles. *Dry mealworms.. with the exception of "Katrina" 1 out of 6 chicks. *Plain instant oatmeal. *Lettuce and freash Kale. Note: just planted pumpkin seeds so we'll see ♡
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    First time chicken Mommy!!!

    Thank you so much for your warm welcome!!! Glad to be part of the flock ;)
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