I don't consider myself new to the world of chickens(since I've had some for a couple of years now), but I am new to the fact that they can have problems. WOW!! There is soooo much to learn about worming, diseases, etc.,etc...I have already had to call a vet to see what can be done about blackfoot disease(which attacks the liver, and is a cousin of cocci)..I hope my girl can be saved. Thank GOD for this website where there are so many helpful people and very good advice! I am glad I joined, and now I have to get my Sis-in-law to join! She is a newbie, too..