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[tammyk222]

Hi there, our neighbours just gave us their chickens as tbey are going away for a long time, bit they have something going on with tbeir legs, i have a quarantine area i will put them in for a month first, but being new to owning chickens i have no idea what is wrong with tbeir legs? Os it safe? Will our oyjer chickens get it? Any info is appreciated. Tha.ks in advanve.

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[sourland]

They have a serious, long term infestation of scaly leg mites. Do an on site search for effective treatment. Yes, your birds can become infected if these birds are left untreated.

 

[tammyk222]

Thanks so much. I shall.look into that