Anyone Feed Sunflower Seeds to Chickens

[mizzouroo1]

Has anyone fed sunflower seeds to chickens for Protien

 

[gryeyes]

Black oil sunflower seeds, also known as "BOSS" - you betcha! BOSS helps promote feather growth, too. It's about 15% protein. I usually give them BOSS as a treat once a day. It's their second favorite treat!

 

[JulieNKC]

I don't, but lots of people give their birds some BOSS (black oil sunfflower seed) I believe. Love the screen name.
M-I-Z

 

[Roo on Harley]

Yup, use them

 

[mizzouroo1]

Thank You i will try them

 

[Roo on Harley]

Non salted that is

 

[Yay Chicks!]

Definitely. BOSS in the shell. They love it.

 

[Noymira]

My hens love it, it's a daily treat. I sometimes mix in cracked corn, or meal worms, or crushed egg shell to add some variety for them. I also have a toddler who loves to feed treats to the chickens, they already come running as soon as they see her!

 

[Schumar]

Has anyone ever had a chicken get a sunflower seed stuck in it's throat? Is it safe to feed the sunflower seeds with the shell on?

 

[kuntrygirl]

Has anyone ever had a chicken get a sunflower seed stuck in it's throat?  Is it safe to feed the sunflower seeds with the shell on?

Yes it's safe. I have never had any of my birds get choked or have a seed stuck in it's throat.