Description: Did you know that your chickens need deworming? Parasitic worms are a hidden threat, and it may not be obvious that your flock is affected.
Some key signs of worms to look out for in your chickens, include 1,2 :
In severe cases, some birds may die. However, many hens display no obvious symptoms of infection 2 , especially if you are new to owning chickens so have not monitored these signs before. Although adult worms may sometimes be visible in faeces, parasitic worm eggs can be difficult to detect as faecal egg counts are not necessarily representative of the true worm burden, especially for moderate infestations 3 . Furthermore, damage to your hens can occur prior to any signs of infection, so it is key to contro
Your chickens should be wormed at least 4 times per year to help manage the continuous threat of infestation that they face. If your flock becomes heavily infested, they should be re-treated every 3 weeks 4 . Regularly worming not only manages any immediate infection but continues to lower the potential for re-infection, as it is always better to control parasitic worms before the problem becomes evident. Worming must continue throughout your chickens’ lives to benefit their gut health, as well as helping t