worms

[cdavis76]

I need to know how to tell if my flock has worms and if so the best product and way to worm them.

 

[aoxa]

Most times you don't know until the infestation is severe. I give them things that help slow the growth of intestinal worms down (like pumpkin) but I fully worm them in the fall and spring before breeding.

If they are severely infested you would notice an egg drop (less eggs), Eating a lot but not gaining weight, not eating much at all, etc.

• watery runny droppings
• loss of appetite
• ceasing of egg laying
• dehydration
• going off alone
• loss of balance (due to weakness from a heavy infestation)
• dull comb,wattles and eyes

If you see worms in their poop - it's time to worm them. Fast.

 

[Happy Chooks]

The main symptom I have noticed is loss of weight.

Here's a great thread on worming:
https://www.backyardchickens.com/t/...molting-short-days-few-or-no-eggs-anyway/0_50