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Breast blisters in poultry can be caused by: Staphylococcus aureus infection entering through a skin injury where the bird rests on its breast, or heavy birds sitting against sharp-edged roosts or wire cage floors. Sometimes they are found in birds that do not get a lot of exercise, therefore have weak or lame legs, and that rest a lot on their breast on the floor. Prevent the blisters by moving heavy juvenile birds to floor pens with plenty of clean straw bedding where they can get more exercise and also find a soft place to sleep. Change the bedding often or add to the layer often.

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Q: What causes breast blisters in poultry?
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