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If your chickens are locked up in a coop without proper ventilation it can cause respiratory illnesses and immune deficiencies. I would increase the air flow above their head and make sure their bedding is clean and dry. Adding heat in the winter can dry nasal passages and wet feathers causing...

My 3 yr old 'hen only flock' (4) lay 1-2 eggs a day while my 1-2 yr olds (16) lay 8-12. Loud noises, predators and bullies affect productivity. Hybrids bred to lay more eggs will have more health problems, burn out faster and die in a couple years unlike heritage breeds that can lay until they die

I keep grit and calcium out for my chickens at all times(baked crushed egg shells and oyster shells)They also have access to their feeders and fresh water 24/7 .Having a coop and run both that are predator proof means I never have to lock them up at night.They also have a low wattage light on a...