This could be many things:
* Old age? * they might just be sleeping?
* Chickens peck at everything and often poison themeselves. * They are also prone to a variety of diseases like:
Australia (Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry)
Avian Influenza (bird flu)
Salmonella
Duck Virus Enteritis (duck plague)
Duck Virus Hepatitis
In Queensland, Infectious Laryngotracheitis (ILT) is also notifiable.
Canada (Agriculture and agri-food Canada)
Fowl Typhoid
Avian Influenza (bird flu)
Newcastle Disease (END)
Avian chlamydiosis
Avian encephalomyelitis
Infectious Laryngotracheitis (ILT)
Duck hepatitis
Fowl Cholera
Egg drop syndrome
Goose parvovirus infection (DerzsyÂ's disease)
Turkey viral rhinotracheitis or swollen head disease in chickens
New Zealand (MAF)
Avian Influenza (bird flu)
UK (DEFRA)
Avian Influenza (bird flu)
Newcastle Disease (END)
USA (USDA)
Avian Influenza (bird flu)
Newcastle Disease (END)
list is from http://www.freewebs.com/professorchickensdiseases/
lick chickens
Inbreeding chickens can lead to health problems and reduced genetic diversity, which can make the population less sustainable in the long run. It is generally not recommended to inbreed chickens if you want to maintain a healthy and sustainable population.
If healthy, 8-10 years
Of course! I have 2 healthy chickens in my back yard and they eat all of our dinner scraps, such as corn, left over fats from meats, berries etc. They love it and plus its healthy. The rinds from the watermelon are perfectly good for the chickens.
Marek's Disease is a highly contagious viral disease among chickens. It is not transmittable to humans. Chickens with healthy immune systems can combat the virus and even though exposed, they do not have the disease themselves. So, YES, you can eat eggs from chickens who have been exposed to Marek's.
good food, plenty of water, and a healthy land
the people? yes. the chickens? yes. the cows? yes.
well i am a chicken enthusiast and trust me i know about chickens. you will need to check the stigma glands which are located near the reproductive organs of the chickens. they will need to be a light purply colour and i ensure you if these are as i described then you are in for some great egg laying chickens.
The first healthy treat that I usually offer my chickens is scrambled or boiled egg. Eggs contain all the essential nutrients except for vitamin C, which healthy chickens manufacturer on their own. I also offer cooked meat (like chicken or beef) or soft vegetables like squash or peas.
To prepare delicious overnight oats with frozen berries, simply mix oats, milk, yogurt, and a sweetener in a jar or container. Add frozen berries on top and refrigerate overnight. In the morning, stir well and enjoy a quick and healthy breakfast option.
mine like it.
To prepare delicious and convenient microwave overnight oats for a quick and healthy breakfast, mix oats, milk, yogurt, and sweetener in a jar or container. Add fruits, nuts, or seeds for flavor. Cover and refrigerate overnight. In the morning, microwave for 1-2 minutes, stir, and enjoy!