May 6, 2018 · When you come to the hard decision to euthanize one or more members of your flock there are many ways to do so. If you aren't able or willing to eat the bird then your …

Feb 21, 2013 · Afterword I hope I have helped you to decide when, why, and how to euthanize your chicken. Remember, it doesn't matter how often you euthanize your chickens, if they …

Jul 9, 2013 · A raccoon typically attacks birds by biting the head or upper neck area. The heads of adult birds are usually bitten off and left some distance from the body. The crop and breast …

Dec 23, 2024 · A brief guide on eliminating parasites using permethrin. Includes step by step instructions and a list of supplies needed.

Aug 17, 2016 · The best way to kill mites is to warm some water up but not too hot , pour a little soap and soak your chicken for few minutes! If you begin to bathe your chicken in the process …

Oct 26, 2013 · The virus can live for months or years outside of the chicken's body, and has the chance to infect any new chicken that comes in contact with it. For most chicken keepers, this …

Jan 8, 2024 · This document details how to make sturdy chicken killing cones. There is also a link to a video where I demo how to make the kill cones.

Oct 22, 2015 · Hello, I have a sick chicken that I need to euthanize. I just cannot bring myself to cut off her head or slit her throat. My neighbor offered me a BB gun, It is a small handgun …

Oct 14, 2025 · Chicken wire keeps chickens in but it doesn’t keep predators out. Use hardware cloth for walls, vents, and windows. Lock up tight. Close the coop every night and use sturdy …

Jul 21, 2021 · One of the most common problems chicken keepers encounter is mites on chickens. They can be introduced by wild birds or visiting rodents, or get picked up when your …