Varus/Valgus Deformity (VVD) VVD disease produces twisted leg bones due to nutritional deficiencies or overly-fast weight gain in "broiler" breeds. Thankfully this is rare in backyard flocks that are fed a balanced, nutritionally complete diet, but it is more common in commercial broiler…
Bowlegs in Chicken A deficiency of either calcium or phosphorus in the diet of young growing birds results in abnormal bone development. The most obvious sign is bent legs. This can occur even when the diet contains adequate vitamin D3. https://youtu.be/27a5QPjUdw0 Rickets (bowlegs)…
Reasons Why Chickens stop Laying eggs Every farmer experiences a situation where chickens suddenly stop laying eggs. When this happens, it is not always obvious since many factors can lead to a drop in egg production. To help you troubleshoot and find out why your egg…
TUMOR MARKERS & CANCER SCREENINGKENYA NATIONAL CANCER SCREENING GUIDELINES I 107 TUMOR MARKERS & CANCER SCREENING Introduction Tumor markers are chemical substances in the body that are either produced by a can- cer or by the body in response to a cancer. They are…
What is airsac disease How can I know whether my chicken has airsacculitis? Is airsacculitis a common respiratory disease in chicken?
Egg Yolk Peritonitis Egg Yolk Peritonitis Also called Yolk peritonitis, yolk stroke, abdominal sepsis, abdominal septicemia Prevalence- Common, more common in broiler breeders Signs General signs - The same signs associated with pain: lack of appetite, lethargy, huddling with fluffed up feathers. Occasional partial paralysis.…
