Garlic in the Water

[James Miller]

Hey Knowledgeable People,

I was just wondering, is it okay to put a clove of garlic in the girls water, and leave it there for a couple days at a time? I've read it good for them but it turns the water cloudy.

 

[BlueBaby]

@DesertChic lives in Tucson also, and she is very knowledgeable for what's good for chickens over here.

 

[Folly's place]

Plain fresh water is best.
Mary

 

[50-45-1]

I have heard that this is one of the things that may give the eggs and flesh a residue of garlic taste. Not sure of your flock situation and if this would apply to you. Just a FYI.

 

[James Miller]

Thanks, I never thought of that.

 

[meetthebubus]

I've heard good benefits of garlic, I'm reading up on natural cures and prevention now

I would think to try it in one waterer and only a bit and only for a day you don't want it to get slimy I've heard suggestions of garlic powder in feed I don't think it's meant to be a constant thing, just for antimicrobial purposes and for worms

I accidentally dropped a half piece of garlic to my half rooster and she ate it right up lol

 

[oregonkat]

Garlic in the water is great, especially if your hens are under the weather or need an anti microbial quick boost. Dont let it sit though, best in fresh water, crushed for a half day or so.

I accidentally dropped a half piece of garlic to my half rooster and she ate it right up lol

What exactly is a half rooster any way????

 

[meetthebubus]

Garlic in the water is great, especially if your hens are under the weather or need an anti microbial quick boost. Dont let it sit though, best in fresh water, crushed for a half day or so.

What exactly is a half rooster any way????

Lol I know it's not a roo not a hen but a hen that thinks she's a roo bc of hormone probs

 

[James Miller]

Sorry that I forgot to mention that I only do this every two to three weeks. Only leave it in for a day as well. Thanks for the sound advice.