Why do chickens shake?

[Annalyse]

Anytime I hold one of the flock members they feel like they're shaking. Is it caused by the cold weather?

 

[cluckmecoop7]

My chicks/chickens also do this when I hold them. I think it's normal, and nothing to be worried about.

 

[Chickmamajessica]

They could just be nervous. I have some chickens who are used to being held and they are super relaxed and calm in my arms, no shaking. I have others that if I pick them up they shake/quiver and I think it’s because they are anxious about being held and not being in control.

 

[DobieLover]

Anytime I hold one of the flock members they feel like they're shaking. Is it caused by the cold weather?

Because they are scared. They are prey animals and don't like being restrained.