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Shrimp heads for chickens?

Discussion in 'Feeding & Watering Your Flock' started by FireTigeris, Jul 11, 2010.

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  1. Jul 11, 2010 #1
    FireTigeris

    FireTigeris Tyger! Tyger! burning bright

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    Well I can get some shrimp heads all frozen up and ready to be thrown to my chooks... I have to trade eggs for this... as the shrimp heads are waste I'm going to ask a pound an egg...

    Is this a good cold treat for my chickens?
     
  2. Jul 11, 2010 #2
    onthespot

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    as long as it was frozen fresh, I'd sure go for that deal. They will get extra calcium from the shells too!
     
  3. Jul 11, 2010 #3
    ranchhand

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    Yes, and you can make some fabulous shrimp stock for soups, stews and gumbos, too! But do let them thaw a bit and give them the sniff test first. If they stink, put them in the garden.

    BUT..... be aware that any missed scraps or exposed pieces will attract predators to either the garden or the chicken run area.
     
  4. Jul 12, 2010 #4
    FireTigeris

    FireTigeris Tyger! Tyger! burning bright

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    Good thoughts. They would be that days fresh catch so they shouldn't stink... I'll let everyone know how it works out when I do this.
     

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