For anyone caring for chooks, it is crucial to learn how to read their pain behaviors to identity issues early. From there, identifying what may be going on for the bird can be a whole other ball game. That’s where this article comes in.
Chickens are exceptionally good at hiding pain and distress- so much so, that “chickens just drop dead” is a common complaint of poultry owners. This is no more true than for the pet cat or dog, and indeed an apparent “sudden death” was likely suffering for a time, unbeknownst to the owner.
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