Physical how often

[natemoore1986]

Although I saw my chickens twice a day, two of them died from some ailment. One was a prolapsed vent and the other one I just found dead in the nesting box.

How often should I physically inspect the chickens for ailments, parasites, etc,?

Also, what routine, preventative medicines should I give them?

I'm starting a new flock, and want to do better this time.

Thanks

 

[SunkenRoadFarms]

I do a monthly health check which includes lice/mite check, bumble foot, and facial inspection. I also deworm in October/November and March/April (rotating Valbazen, Safeguard, and Wazine). Then two massive coop clean outs in the Spring and Fall. Weekly I give probiotics in their water.