What is Coccidiosis?

[ChickenHopeful83]

Hello, I am new to chickens and am hoping to get 2 Rhode Island Red Hens as well as 2 Buckeye Hens. I am wondering what Coccidiosis is and what it does to chicks. The chickens would be a day old when I get them and I'm also wondering about starter feed? Help!!

 

[paneubert]

Do you have 12 minutes? This video is like....the best ever about explaining it.

 

[paneubert]

After watching that video, you ask, "so what does this mean for me"?

I say go buy some 9.6% Liquid Corid and have it on hand for if you need it. If you see signs, 2 teaspoons per gallon for five days, then 1/2 teaspoon for 7-14 days.