On this episode, co-host Katy Starr and guest expert Dr. Geoffrey Lossie, a board-certified poultry veterinarian who works as an avian diagnostician at the Indiana Animal Disease Diagnostic Lab and clinical assistant professor at Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine, discuss:

 

Top tips to properly prepare for bringing home new chicks How to identify signs and symptoms for the most common health issues in chickens and ways to prevent themWhat to do when it’s difficult to find a specialized poultry veterinarian

 

The ability to identify what is normal for chickens allows poultry owners to know when something is abnormal and intervene sooner, if needed.

 

Whether you’re a seasoned chicken whisperer or a budding backyard chicken keeper, tune in to this jam-packed episode and how Dr. Lossie’s recommendation for "all-in, all-out" practices can revolutionize your chicken-raising game and help to raise happy, healthy hens.

 

Have a topic idea or feedback to share? We want to connect with you! Email [email protected]

_______________________________

 

Stay connected with Dr. Geoffrey Lossie:

 

Animal Disease Diagnostic LaboratoryPurdue Veterinary Medicine ExtensionEmail - [email protected]

 

*Views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the view of Standlee Premium Products, LLC.*

 

_______________________________


 

Love the podcast? Leave a rating and review on Apple – https://podcasts.apple.com/.../beyond-the-barn/id1541221306Leave a rating on Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/3dmftQmwLKDQNueUcCJBZaHave a topic idea or feedback to share? We want to connect with you! Email [email protected]Share our podcast and learn more about our co-hosts at our Beyond the Barn podcast pageSUBSCRIBE to the Beyond the Barn podcast email to be an exclusive insider!Find us on AppleSpotify or Google Podcasts and SUBSCRIBE, so you never miss an episode.

_______________________________

Check out the Standlee Barn Bulletin BlogFind more nutritional resources from Dr. Stephen Duren and Dr. Tania Cubitt at https://www.standleeforage.com/nutrition/ Connect with Standlee on FacebookInstagramYouTube and TikTok