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First Time Butchering Questions...

Discussion in 'Meat Birds ETC' started by Chicky Crazy, Sep 10, 2014.

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  1. Sep 10, 2014 #1
    Chicky Crazy

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    We plan to butcher one of our yard birds and we need to know if there are any obvious signs that we should look for that would indicate that the bird should not be eaten.
     
  3. Sep 11, 2014 #2
    Nupe

    Nupe Chillin' With My Peeps

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    If he's not acting sick or injured, then he sounds delicious! [​IMG]

    Other than that, if you see any swollen, bruised or banged up flesh, just cut it out before bagging and freezing.
     

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