winstonperchhill2009
In the Brooder
- Apr 9, 2019
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Some background info:
What I need to know:
- So, ever since I did a deep clean of my coop last fall, I have noticed the chickens in my big coop sneeze. Not everybody sneezes, but it seems like they are taking turns sneezing. I had a BSL hen that I wound up culling because her eyes and nostrils became bubbly. My coop is very well ventilated and I've never had any real problems with illness or disease.
- Also, I have two other coops of chickens. One OEGB coop and one Dominique coop. The OEGB flock and Dominique flock can intermingle while free ranging, but cannot socialize with my giant flock in the big chicken coop. My poor little OEGB hens sometimes cough and gasp for air, but do not stand around looking sickly at all times. I have noticed that some of my Dominiques have just started sneezing. The condition that is presenting itself most is sneezing.
What I need to know:
- Is it normal for flocks of chickens to have consistent respiratory issues? They do not seem to be super bothered by sneezing or anything, I just know that this is not normal.
- Can you eat a bird that has been sneezing? My birds are mostly for eggs, but when they have reached their peak for egg laying, I intend to butcher.