Should I always wash my hands when handling the chickens?

[tmyers968]

My kids and I aren't sure if salmonella is a threat with our chickens. What kind of precautions should we take?

 

[sunny & the 5 egg layers]

Yes, you should wash your hands after handling your chickens or going in their coop etc.

Here is a good article for you: https://www.backyardchickens.com/a/biosecurity-for-the-rest-of-us