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Chicken Behavior Explained: Preening

by Mikayla Baxter February 15, 2023

Chickens work hard to maintain their feather quality, and preening is a behavior that helps them do this. Dr. Mikayla covers the benefits of preening and how YOU can help influence and improve the quality of your flock's feathers.<...

Posted in: backyard chicken, backyard chickens, backyard poultry, chicken feather, chicken feathers, chicken poultry, chicken treats, feather quality, poultry treats, preening
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What is Dustbathing and Why do Chickens do it?

by Mikayla Baxter July 13, 2022

Have you ever seen your poultry roll around in dirt? Dr. Mikayla explains this behavior and why chickens do it.

Posted in: backyard chicken, backyard chickens, backyard poultry, bacteria, behavior, chicken behavior, chicken feather, chicken feathers, dustbathing, feather care, feather health
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