by Shop Manager | Jul 9, 2020 | Egg Bound, Egg Yolk Periontitis, Sick Hen
Scaly Leg Mites Scaly Leg Mite is an infestation on your hen’s legs What causes Scaly Leg Mites? A small parasitic mite known as Cnemidocoptes Mutans. Even the name of this nasty critter is enough to make you itchy. They have a life cycle of 14-21 days and spend their...
by Shop Manager | Jun 23, 2020 | Feed Ideas for your hen
Ice Treats Hen ice treats are easy to make and great for keeping hens cool on a hot day! Hens can’t sweat so on hot days they can become overheated. They pant and hold their wings out from their body to let the air flow through but this may not be enough to...
by Shop Manager | Jun 23, 2020 | Egg Bound, Egg Yolk Periontitis, Sick Hen
Egg Yolk Peritonitis Egg Yolk Peritonitis, or EYP, is a sad reality for the majority of commercial laying hens. What causes EYP? Most often happens as the hen gets older as their bodies are wearing out. The left ovary (right ovary is usually not functional in most...
by Shop Manager | Jun 23, 2020 | Egg Bound, Egg Yolk Periontitis, Sick Hen
Spa Bath for your Hen When your hen is feeling unwell, the first thing to do is give her a spa bath. It relaxes their abdomen and muscles, helps reduce swelling and can even help gunk shift from inside and just like us, it feels wonderful to soak in a tub! First,...
by Shop Manager | Jun 23, 2020 | Sick Hen
Pain Relief for our Feathered Friends How can we make sure our hens don’t suffer? How do we know our hens our in pain and what can we give them to ease their suffering? Hens hide their pain and illness so you need to be vigilant and know all your hens...
