Chicken Petting Vanquishes Stress

[3KillerBs]

I've been in a lot of pain with my arthritis flaring on a particularly busy day at work and then had to run errands, make dinner, and cope with some family issues.

When I put the girls to bed I was able to pick Popcorn up (she and one of the Brahmas sleep on the floor while the other girls roost), and found that petting a warm, soft, feathery chicken was the perfect de-stressing activity. Every bit as good as petting a cat.

 

[oldhenlikesdogs]

I prefer dogs.

Petting any animal, or just being in their company is said to lower stress and it helps you live longer. The extra warmth coming off a chicken probably feels good on bad joints.

 

[3KillerBs]

The extra warmth coming off a chicken probably feels good on bad joints.

Yes. Her warmth and softness felt wonderful on my stiff hands and wrists.

 

[kcan2]

What an amazing post title!
100% agreed, although my favorite chicken typically resists vanquishing stress until post-capture

 

[kcan2]

Also, sorry to hear about arthritis pain! That in itself is no good, whereas chicken petting is always a good idea

 

[3KillerBs]

although my favorite chicken typically resists vanquishing stress until post-capture

I have to get them in the dark. They're not cuddly by nature. But once successful picked up Popcorn seems to enjoy the petting. Not like Cordon, who grumbles and growls or Chipotle who struggles.

 

[N F C]

Chickens are great de-stressors...whether it's just watching them or petting them. Glad it's giving you some relief from the arthritis.

 

[TwoCrows]

Chickens make wonderful companion animals, they really do reduce stress! Glad you are enjoying your flock.

 

[Crazy Fun Chicken Lady]

Chicken therapy is real. https://blog.mypetchicken.com/2013/05/31/the-art-of-chicken-watching/

You can wear super butter amber around your wrists or any where you have arthritis pain. It reduces the inflammation. I wear it on my wrists and around my waist 24/7. My whole family wears it for different reasons. I love Hazelaid. They are a small family owned business.
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[humblehillsfarm]

Oooo this makes my heart happy. Here’s my Brahma girl, Burrito, who is almost always down for some “snuggies.” She’s so sweet and calm. I love my girls