Fowl Pox In Chickens

Fowl Pox In Chickens

Fowl Pox In Chickens Fowl pox is an illness seen in chickens and other types of poultry that is caused by a virus. The illness can present itself in two different forms: dry pox or wet pox. In the dry form of fowl pox, the affected bird will develop wartlike bumps on...
What Is A Lash Egg?

What Is A Lash Egg?

What Is A Lash Egg? Once in a while, you may have a hen that lays a weird egg; thin-shelled, misshapen, very small, or extra-large. While the occasional egg-laying anomaly may be no big deal, if you find a bizarre blob that looks egg-like, it may be what’s...
Dealing With Poultry Mites

Dealing With Poultry Mites

Dealing With Poultry Mites Mites. Just the word gives me the feeling of creepy crawlies. Chickens can become infested with many different types of external parasites, and mites might just be one of the worst. A mite infestation can cause health problems for a flock,...