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Chicken Whisperer

348 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★ - 81 ratings

Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer®, brought to you by Tucker Milling, LLC is a nationally broadcast web radio show all about keeping backyard poultry, show poultry, and living a self-sufficient lifestyle. Each week, the Chicken Whisperer®, Editor In Chief of, Chicken Whisperer Magazine, Author of five published chicken books including, The Chicken Whisperer's Guide To Keeping Chickens, and National Spokesperson for the USDA-APHIS Biosecurity for Birds Program (2009 - 2019), welcomes experts in their field from around the country to share their knowledge about backyard poultry, show poultry, and living a self-sufficient lifestyle. Regular guests include; poultry scientist Dr. Brigid McCrea, Ph.D., poultry veterinarian Dr. Maurice Pitesky, DVM, MPVM, Dipl ACVPM, poultry nutritionist Dr. Curran Gehring, Ph.D., and Peter Brown, aka The Chicken Doctor, owner of First State Vet Supply. Other guests include, but are not limited to, FFA members, 4-H members, poultry club members, and the who's who in the backyard poultry, show poultry, and self-sufficient lifestyle industries. Tune in to learn more about your backyard chickens from the experts!

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Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer brought to you by Kalmbach Feeds

July 16, 2015 18:00 - 1 hour - 66.2 MB

Episode 1018. Today, I welcome Dr. Brigid McCrea, Ph.D. Today's topic is, Poultry Research Translated. One particular study we are going to discuss is a recent study on beak trimed birds not being able to preen or eliminate external parasites like mites and lice very well. Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer®, brought to you by Kalmbach Feeds, is a nationally broadcast web radio show all about keeping backyard poultry, show poultry, and living a self-sufficiant lifestyle. Each week, t...

Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer brought to you by Kalmbach Feeds

July 13, 2015 16:00 - 1 hour - 65 MB

Episode 1017. Today, I welcome Peter Brown, aka The Chicken Doctor. Today's topic is, Henopause - Why egg production drops the older hens get, and can we do anything about it. Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer®, brought to you by Kalmbach Feeds, is a nationally broadcast web radio show all about keeping backyard poultry, show poultry, and living a self-sufficiant lifestyle. Each week, the Chicken Whisperer®, Editor In Chief of, Chicken Whisperer Magazine, Author of, The Chicken Whis...

Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer brought to you by Kalmbach Feeds

July 10, 2015 15:00 - 1 hour - 56.7 MB

Episode 1016. Today, I welcome Dr. Jack Shere, DVM, Ph.D., Associate Deputy Administrator for Veterinary Services under USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service to discuss the current Avian Influenza outbreak. Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer®, brought to you by Kalmbach Feeds, is a nationally broadcast web radio show all about keeping backyard poultry, show poultry, and living a self-sufficiant lifestyle. Each week, the Chicken Whisperer®, Editor In Chief of, Chicken Whis...

Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer brought to you by Kalmbach Feeds

July 06, 2015 16:00 - 1 hour - 63.5 MB

Episode 1015. Today, I welcome Peter Brown, aka The Chicken Doctor. Today's topic is, Vitamins and Electrolytes. Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer®, brought to you by Kalmbach Feeds, is a nationally broadcast web radio show all about keeping backyard poultry, show poultry, and living a self-sufficiant lifestyle. Each week, the Chicken Whisperer®, Editor In Chief of, Chicken Whisperer Magazine, Author of, The Chicken Whisperer's Guide To Keeping Chickens, and National Spokesperson fo...

Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer brought to you by Kalmbach Feeds

July 02, 2015 18:00 - 1 hour - 82 MB

Episode 1014. Today, I welcome Dr. Megin Nichols, DVM, MPH, DACVPM, Enteric Zoonoses Team Lead with the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to discuss the current Salmonella ourbreak. I will also welcome Dr. Brigid McCrea, Ph.D. to discuss Salmonella in detail including prevention, diagnosis,and treatment. Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer®, brought to you by Kalmbach Feeds, is a nationally broadcast web radio show all about keeping backyard poultry, show poultry, and li...

Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer brought to you by Kalmbach Feeds

July 01, 2015 16:00 - 1 hour - 54.3 MB

Episode 1013. Today, I welcome Peter Brown, aka The Chicken Doctor. Today's topic is, The Chicken Immune System. Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer®, brought to you by Kalmbach Feeds, is a nationally broadcast web radio show all about keeping backyard poultry, show poultry, and living a self-sufficiant lifestyle. Each week, the Chicken Whisperer®, Editor In Chief of, Chicken Whisperer Magazine, Author of, The Chicken Whisperer's Guide To Keeping Chickens, and National Spokesperson fo...

Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer brought to you by Kalmbach Feeds

June 25, 2015 18:00 - 1 hour - 73 MB

Episode 1012. Today, I welcome back Dr. Brigid McCrea, Ph.D. Today's topic is, Rodent Control. Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer®, brought to you by Kalmbach Feeds, is a nationally broadcast web radio show all about keeping backyard poultry, show poultry, and living a self-sufficiant lifestyle. Each week, the Chicken Whisperer®, Editor In Chief of, Chicken Whisperer Magazine, Author of, The Chicken Whisperer's Guide To Keeping Chickens, and National Spokesperson for the USDA-APHIS B...

Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer brought to you by Kalmbach Feeds

June 24, 2015 16:00 - 1 hour - 59.4 MB

Episode 1011. Today, I welcome back Peter Brown, aka The Chicken Doctor. Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer®, brought to you by Kalmbach Feeds, is a nationally broadcast web radio show all about keeping backyard poultry, show poultry, and living a self-sufficiant lifestyle. Each week, the Chicken Whisperer®, Editor In Chief of, Chicken Whisperer Magazine, Author of, The Chicken Whisperer's Guide To Keeping Chickens, and National Spokesperson for the USDA-APHIS Biosecurity for Birds P...

Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer brought to you by Kalmbach Feeds

June 22, 2015 16:00 - 1 hour - 67.4 MB

Episode 1010. Today, I welcome back Peter Brown, aka The Chicken Doctor. Today's topic is, Scaly Leg Mites. Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer®, brought to you by Kalmbach Feeds, is a nationally broadcast web radio show all about keeping backyard poultry, show poultry, and living a self-sufficiant lifestyle. Each week, the Chicken Whisperer®, Editor In Chief of, Chicken Whisperer Magazine, Author of, The Chicken Whisperer's Guide To Keeping Chickens, and National Spokesperson for the...

Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer brought to you by Kalmbach Feeds

June 17, 2015 16:00 - 1 hour - 57.1 MB

Episode 1009. Today, I welcome back Peter Brown, aka The Chicken Doctor. Today's topic is, Egg Binding. Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer®, brought to you by Kalmbach Feeds, is a nationally broadcast web radio show all about keeping backyard poultry, show poultry, and living a self-sufficiant lifestyle. Each week, the Chicken Whisperer®, Editor In Chief of, Chicken Whisperer Magazine, Author of, The Chicken Whisperer's Guide To Keeping Chickens, and National Spokesperson for the USD...

Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer brought to you by Kalmbach Feeds

June 16, 2015 16:00 - 1 hour - 70.1 MB

Episode 1008. Today, I welcome back Peter Brown, aka The Chicken Doctor. Today, we will be answering questions from listeners and fans! Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer®, brought to you by Kalmbach Feeds, is a nationally broadcast web radio show all about keeping backyard poultry, show poultry, and living a self-sufficiant lifestyle. Each week, the Chicken Whisperer®, Editor In Chief of, Chicken Whisperer Magazine, Author of, The Chicken Whisperer's Guide To Keeping Chickens, and N...

Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer brought to you by Klambach Feeds

June 08, 2015 16:00 - 1 hour - 63.1 MB

Episode 1007. Today, I welcome back Peter Brown, aka The Chicken Doctor. Today's topic is, Lash Eggs. Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer®, brought to you by Kalmbach Feeds, is a nationally broadcast web radio show all about keeping backyard poultry, show poultry, and living a self-sufficiant lifestyle. Each week, the Chicken Whisperer®, Editor In Chief of, Chicken Whisperer Magazine, Author of, The Chicken Whisperer's Guide To Keeping Chickens, and National Spokesperson for the USDA-...

Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer brought to you by Klambach Feeds

June 08, 2015 16:00 - 1 hour - 63.1 MB

Episode 1007. Today, I welcome back Peter Brown, aka The Chicken Doctor. Today's topic is, Lash Eggs. Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer®, brought to you by Kalmbach Feeds, is a nationally broadcast web radio show all about keeping backyard poultry, show poultry, and living a self-sufficiant lifestyle. Each week, the Chicken Whisperer®, Editor In Chief of, Chicken Whisperer Magazine, Author of, The Chicken Whisperer's Guide To Keeping Chickens, and National Spokesperson for the USDA-...

Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer brought to you by Klambach Feeds

June 04, 2015 18:00 - 1 hour - 67.3 MB

Episode 1006. Today, I welcome back Dr. Brigid McCrea, Ph.D. Today's topic is, Raising Waterfowl. Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer®, brought to you by Kalmbach Feeds, is a nationally broadcast web radio show all about keeping backyard poultry, show poultry, and living a self-sufficiant lifestyle. Each week, the Chicken Whisperer®, Editor In Chief of, Chicken Whisperer Magazine, Author of, The Chicken Whisperer's Guide To Keeping Chickens, and National Spokesperson for the USDA-APHI...

Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer brought to you by Klambach Feeds

June 03, 2015 18:00 - 1 hour - 64.1 MB

Episode 1005. Today, I welcome back Peter Brown, aka The Chicken Doctor. Today, we will be answering chicken health questions posted by fans on my Facebook pag. Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer®, brought to you by Kalmbach Feeds, is a nationally broadcast web radio show all about keeping backyard poultry, show poultry, and living a self-sufficiant lifestyle. Each week, the Chicken Whisperer®, Editor In Chief of, Chicken Whisperer Magazine, Author of, The Chicken Whisperer's Guide T...

Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer brought to you by Kalmbach Feeds

May 29, 2015 18:00 - 1 hour - 69.2 MB

Episode 1004. Today, I welcome back Peter Brown, aka The Chicken Doctor. Today's topic is, Dealing with Summer Heat. Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer®, brought to you by Kalmbach Feeds, is a nationally broadcast web radio show all about keeping backyard poultry, show poultry, and living a self-sufficiant lifestyle. Each week, the Chicken Whisperer®, Editor In Chief of, Chicken Whisperer Magazine, Author of, The Chicken Whisperer's Guide To Keeping Chickens, and National Spokesperso...

Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer brought to you by Kalmbach Feeds

May 26, 2015 16:00 - 1 hour - 73 MB

Episode 1003. Today, I welcome back Peter Brown, aka The Chicken Doctor. Today's topic is, Avian Encephalomyelitis. Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer®, brought to you by Kalmbach Feeds, is a nationally broadcast web radio show all about keeping backyard poultry, show poultry, and living a self-sufficiant lifestyle. Each week, the Chicken Whisperer®, Editor In Chief of, Chicken Whisperer Magazine, Author of, The Chicken Whisperer's Guide To Keeping Chickens, and National Spokesperson...

Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer brought to you by Klambach Feeds.

April 21, 2015 18:00 - 1 hour - 71.3 MB

Episode 1002. Today, I welcome back Peter Brown, aka The Chicken Doctor. Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer®, brought to you by Kalmbach Feeds, is a nationally broadcast web radio show all about keeping backyard poultry, show poultry, and living a self-sufficiant lifestyle. Each week, the Chicken Whisperer®, Editor In Chief of, Chicken Whisperer Magazine, Author of, The Chicken Whisperer's Guide To Keeping Chickens, and National Spokesperson for the USDA-APHIS Biosecurity for Birds P...

Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer brought to you by Klambach Feeds

April 14, 2015 18:00 - 1 hour - 71.3 MB

Episode 1001. Today, I welcome back Peter Brown, aka The Chicken Doctor. Today's topic is, Chick Behavior. Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer®, brought to you by Kalmbach Feeds, is a nationally broadcast web radio show all about keeping backyard poultry, show poultry, and living a self-sufficiant lifestyle. Each week, the Chicken Whisperer®, Editor In Chief of, Chicken Whisperer Magazine, Author of, The Chicken Whisperer's Guide To Keeping Chickens, and National Spokesperson for the ...

Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer brought to you by Kalmbach Feeds

April 09, 2015 18:00 - 1 hour - 81.7 MB

Episode 1000. Today, I welcome back Peter Brown, aka The Chicken Doctor. Today's topics include an overview of the Marek's vaccine, and chick behavior. Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer®, brought to you by Kalmbach Feeds, is a nationally broadcast web radio show all about keeping backyard poultry, show poultry, and living a self-sufficiant lifestyle. Each week, the Chicken Whisperer®, Editor In Chief of, Chicken Whisperer Magazine, Author of, The Chicken Whisperer's Guide To Keeping...

Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer brought to you by Kalmbach Feeds

April 08, 2015 18:00 - 1 hour - 68.5 MB

Episode 999. Today, I welcome back Traci Kennebeck, with Purple Lotus Oils. Today's topic is, Spring Time Uses for Essential Oils. Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer®, brought to you by Kalmbach Feeds, is a nationally broadcast web radio show all about keeping backyard poultry, show poultry, and living a self-sufficiant lifestyle. Each week, the Chicken Whisperer®, Editor In Chief of, Chicken Whisperer Magazine, Author of, The Chicken Whisperer's Guide To Keeping Chickens, and Nation...

Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer, brought to you by Kalmbach Feeds

April 01, 2015 15:00 - 1 hour - 59.8 MB

Episode 998. Today, I welcome back Peter Brown, aka The Chicken Doctor. Today's topic is, Marek's Disease. Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer®, brought to you by Kalmbach Feeds, is a nationally broadcast web radio show all about keeping backyard poultry, show poultry, and living a self-sufficiant lifestyle. Each week, the Chicken Whisperer®, Editor In Chief of, Chicken Whisperer Magazine, Author of, The Chicken Whisperer's Guide To Keeping Chickens, and National Spokesperson for the ...

Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer, brought to you by Kalmbach Feeds

March 31, 2015 18:00 - 1 hour - 76.4 MB

Episode 997. Today, I'm honored to welcome Kalmbach Feeds Poultry Nutritionist, Dr. Nancy Buchanan Jefferson to the show. Today's topic is, Nutritional Requirements for Baby Chicks. Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer®, brought to you by Kalmbach Feeds, is a nationally broadcast web radio show all about keeping backyard poultry, show poultry, and living a self-sufficiant lifestyle. Each week, the Chicken Whisperer®, Editor In Chief of, Chicken Whisperer Magazine, Author of, The Chicke...

Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer

March 23, 2015 18:00 - 1 hour - 62.6 MB

Episode 996. Today, I welcome back Peter Brown, aka The Chicken Doctor! Today's topics include, Trace Minerals and their roles in Poultry Health and well being. Also, a little information on Feather Growth and Feather picking. Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer® is a nationally broadcast web radio show all about keeping backyard poultry, show poultry, and living a self-sufficiant lifestyle. Each week, the Chicken Whisperer®, Editor In Chief of, Chicken Whisperer Magazine, Author of, ...

Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer

March 19, 2015 18:00 - 1 hour - 64.9 MB

Episode 995. Today, I welcome back Dr. Brigid McCrea, Ph.D. Today's topic is, Ammonia Control in the Coop. Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer® is a nationally broadcast web radio show all about keeping backyard poultry, show poultry, and living a self-sufficiant lifestyle. Each week, the Chicken Whisperer®, Editor In Chief of, Chicken Whisperer Magazine, Author of, The Chicken Whisperer's Guide To Keeping Chickens, and National Spokesperson for the USDA-APHIS Biosecurity for Birds Pr...

Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer

March 16, 2015 18:00 - 1 hour - 71.2 MB

Episode 994. Today, I welcome back Peter Brown, aka The Chicken Doctor. Today's topic is, Infectious Bronchitis. Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer® is a nationally broadcast web radio show all about keeping backyard poultry, show poultry, and living a self-sufficiant lifestyle. Each week, the Chicken Whisperer®, Editor In Chief of, Chicken Whisperer Magazine, Author of, The Chicken Whisperer's Guide To Keeping Chickens, and National Spokesperson for the USDA-APHIS Biosecurity for Bi...

Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer

March 12, 2015 18:00 - 1 hour - 66.5 MB

Episode 992. Today, I welcome back Peter Brown, aka The Chicken Doctor to finish up questions leftover from Monday's broadcast. Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer® is a nationally broadcast web radio show all about keeping backyard poultry, show poultry, and living a self-sufficiant lifestyle. Each week, the Chicken Whisperer®, Editor In Chief of, Chicken Whisperer Magazine, Author of, The Chicken Whisperer's Guide To Keeping Chickens, and National Spokesperson for the USDA-APHIS Bio...

Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer

March 11, 2015 18:00 - 1 hour - 60.3 MB

Episode 991. Today, I welcome back Traci Kennebeck with Purple Lotus Oils. Since I have recently been booked for a series of Preparedness Expos, Traci will be teaching us all about what essential oils would be good to have on hand in case the unthinkable happens. Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer® is a nationally broadcast web radio show all about keeping backyard poultry, show poultry, and living a self-sufficiant lifestyle. Each week, the Chicken Whisperer®, Editor In Chief of, Ch...

Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer

March 09, 2015 18:00 - 1 hour - 64.3 MB

Episode 990. Today, I welcome back Peter Brown, aka The Chicken Doctor! Today, Peter will be answering questions from our audience. Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer® is a nationally broadcast web radio show all about keeping backyard poultry, show poultry, and living a self-sufficiant lifestyle. Each week, the Chicken Whisperer®, Editor In Chief of, Chicken Whisperer Magazine, Author of, The Chicken Whisperer's Guide To Keeping Chickens, and National Spokesperson for the USDA-APHIS...

Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer

February 23, 2015 19:00 - 1 hour - 63.4 MB

Episode 989. Today, I welcome back Peter Brown, aka The Chicken Doctor! Today's topic is, Setting up a Brooder! Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer® is a nationally broadcast web radio show all about keeping backyard poultry, show poultry, and living a self-sufficiant lifestyle. Each week, the Chicken Whisperer®, Editor In Chief of, Chicken Whisperer Magazine, Author of, The Chicken Whisperer's Guide To Keeping Chickens, and National Spokesperson for the USDA-APHIS Biosecurity for Bir...

Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer

February 19, 2015 19:00 - 1 hour - 69.6 MB

Episode 988. Today, I welcome poultry scientist and professor, Dr. Brigid McCrea, Ph.D. Today's topic is, Things to consider when building your first coop! Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer® is a nationally broadcast web radio show all about keeping backyard poultry, show poultry, and living a self-sufficiant lifestyle. Each week, the Chicken Whisperer®, Editor In Chief of, Chicken Whisperer Magazine, Author of, The Chicken Whisperer's Guide To Keeping Chickens, and National Spokesp...

Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer

February 18, 2015 19:00 - 55 minutes - 49.5 MB

Episode 987. Today, I welcome back Alexandra Douglas, aka The Quail Lady to teach us more about the advantages of having a few quail around the homestead. Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer® is a nationally broadcast web radio show all about keeping backyard poultry, show poultry, and living a self-sufficiant lifestyle. Each week, the Chicken Whisperer®, Editor In Chief of, Chicken Whisperer Magazine, Author of, The Chicken Whisperer's Guide To Keeping Chickens, and National Spokespe...

Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer

February 16, 2015 19:00 - 1 hour - 57 MB

Episode 986. Today, I welcome back Peter Brown, aka The Chicken Doctor! Today's topics are, Fertility and Broody Hens. Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer® is a nationally broadcast web radio show all about keeping backyard poultry, show poultry, and living a self-sufficiant lifestyle. Each week, the Chicken Whisperer®, Editor In Chief of, Chicken Whisperer Magazine, Author of, The Chicken Whisperer's Guide To Keeping Chickens, and National Spokesperson for the USDA-APHIS Biosecurity ...

Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer

February 11, 2015 19:00 - 1 hour - 76.4 MB

Episode 985. Today, I welcome back Traci Kennebeck with Purple Lotus Oils! Today's topic is, Essential Oils for Romantic Times. With Valentine's Day quickly approaching, you don't want to miss this episode! (May not be suitable for children) Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer® is a nationally broadcast web radio show all about keeping backyard poultry, show poultry, and living a self-sufficiant lifestyle. Each week, the Chicken Whisperer®, Editor In Chief of, Chicken Whisperer Magazi...

Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer

February 09, 2015 19:00 - 1 hour - 60.1 MB

Episode 984. Today, I welcome Peter Brown, aka The Chicken Doctor! Today's topic is, Embryo Development. Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer® is a nationally broadcast web radio show all about keeping backyard poultry, show poultry, and living a self-sufficiant lifestyle. Each week, the Chicken Whisperer®, Editor In Chief of, Chicken Whisperer Magazine, Author of, The Chicken Whisperer's Guide To Keeping Chickens, and National Spokesperson for the USDA-APHIS Biosecurity for Birds Prog...

Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer

February 02, 2015 19:00 - 1 hour - 61.2 MB

Episode 983. Today, I welcome Peter Brown, aka The Chicken Doctor! Today's topic is, Incubator Readiness. Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer® is a nationally broadcast web radio show all about keeping backyard poultry, show poultry, and living a self-sufficiant lifestyle. Each week, the Chicken Whisperer®, Editor In Chief of, Chicken Whisperer Magazine, Author of, The Chicken Whisperer's Guide To Keeping Chickens, and National Spokesperson for the USDA-APHIS Biosecurity for Birds Pro...

Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer

January 26, 2015 18:30 - 1 hour - 58.8 MB

Episode 982. Today, I welcome Peter Brown, aka The Chicken Doctor! Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer® is a nationally broadcast web radio show all about keeping backyard poultry, show poultry, and living a self-sufficiant lifestyle. Each week, the Chicken Whisperer®, Editor In Chief of, Chicken Whisperer Magazine, Author of, The Chicken Whisperer's Guide To Keeping Chickens, and National Spokesperson for the USDA-APHIS Biosecurity for Birds Program, welcomes experts in their field f...

Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer

January 14, 2015 19:02 - 1 hour - 81.9 MB

Episode 981. Today, I welcome Traci Kennebeck, with Purple Lotus Oils. Today's topic is, Female Hormones and Essential Oils. Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer® is a nationally broadcast web radio show all about keeping backyard poultry, show poultry, and living a self-sufficiant lifestyle. Each week, the Chicken Whisperer®, Editor In Chief of, Chicken Whisperer Magazine, Author of, The Chicken Whisperer's Guide To Keeping Chickens, and National Spokesperson for the USDA-APHIS Biosec...

Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer

January 12, 2015 19:00 - 1 hour - 57.9 MB

Episode 980. Today, I welcome Peter Brown, aka The Chicken Doctor! Today's topics include, 1. Laryngotracheitis (LT) 2. A quick overview of Avian Influenza and Biosecurity. Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer® is a nationally broadcast web radio show all about keeping backyard poultry, show poultry, and living a self-sufficiant lifestyle. Each week, the Chicken Whisperer®, Editor In Chief of, Chicken Whisperer Magazine, Author of, The Chicken Whisperer's Guide To Keeping Chickens, and...

Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer

January 06, 2015 19:00 - 1 hour - 56.5 MB

Episode 979.  Today, I welcome Peter Brown, aka The Chicken Doctor to discuss, Mites, Northern Fowl Mites, Lice, Red Mite and Stick Tight Fleas! Remedies and Control Methods! Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer® is a nationally broadcast web radio show all about keeping backyard poultry, show poultry, and living a self-sufficiant lifestyle. Each week, the Chicken Whisperer®, Editor In Chief of, Chicken Whisperer Magazine, Author of, The Chicken Whisperer's Guide To Keeping Chickens, a...

Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer

December 23, 2014 17:00 - 1 hour - 95.3 MB

Episode 978. SPECIAL BROADCAST! Today, I welcome Dr. Mark Davidson, Western Region Director with USDA-APHIS to discuss the recent discovery of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza H5N8 in a backyard chicken/guinea flock on Oregon. I will also welcome Dr. Maurice Pitesky, Dr. Brigid McCrea, and Peter Brown, aka The Chicken Doctor to discuss the signs, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention aspects of this disease. Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer® is a nationally broadcast web ...

Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer

December 18, 2014 19:00 - 1 hour - 66.2 MB

Episode 977. Today, I welcome back poultry scientist and professor, Dr. Brigid McCrea, Ph.D. Today's topic is, Small Flock Q&A. Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer® is a nationally broadcast web radio show all about keeping backyard poultry, show poultry, and living a self-sufficiant lifestyle. Each week, the Chicken Whisperer®, Editor In Chief of, Chicken Whisperer Magazine, Author of, The Chicken Whisperer's Guide To Keeping Chickens, and National Spokesperson for the USDA-APHIS Bio...

Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer

December 15, 2014 19:00 - 1 hour - 82.2 MB

Episode 976. Today, I welcome back Peter Brown, aka The Chicken Doctor! Today, we will be taking chicken health questions by phone and by my Facebok page! Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer® is a nationally broadcast web radio show all about keeping backyard poultry, show poultry, and living a self-sufficiant lifestyle. Each week, the Chicken Whisperer®, Editor In Chief of, Chicken Whisperer Magazine, Author of, The Chicken Whisperer's Guide To Keeping Chickens, and National Spokespe...

Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer

December 11, 2014 19:00 - 1 hour - 72.8 MB

Episode 975. Today, I welcome back Richard Freudenberger, publisher of Back Home Magazine. Today's topic is, Homestead Fire Safety. Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer® is a nationally broadcast web radio show all about keeping backyard poultry, show poultry, and living a self-sufficiant lifestyle. Each week, the Chicken Whisperer®, Editor In Chief of, Chicken Whisperer Magazine, Author of, The Chicken Whisperer's Guide To Keeping Chickens, and National Spokesperson for the USDA-APHIS...

Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer

December 10, 2014 19:00 - 1 hour - 82.6 MB

Episode 974. Today, I welcome back Traci Kennebeck with Purple Lotus Oils! Today's topic is, Best Oils for the Flu Season. Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer® is a nationally broadcast web radio show all about keeping backyard poultry, show poultry, and living a self-sufficiant lifestyle. Each week, the Chicken Whisperer®, Editor In Chief of, Chicken Whisperer Magazine, Author of, The Chicken Whisperer's Guide To Keeping Chickens, and National Spokesperson for the USDA-APHIS Biosecur...

Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer

December 09, 2014 19:00 - 1 hour - 67.6 MB

Episode 973. Today, I welcome back Peter Brown, aka The Chicken Doctor! Today's topics are Aspergillosis and a brief review of Gut Health. Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer® is a nationally broadcast web radio show all about keeping backyard poultry, show poultry, and living a self-sufficiant lifestyle. Each week, the Chicken Whisperer®, Editor In Chief of, Chicken Whisperer Magazine, Author of, The Chicken Whisperer's Guide To Keeping Chickens, and National Spokesperson for the USD...

Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer

December 04, 2014 19:00 - 1 hour - 76.1 MB

Episode 972. Today, I welcome back poultry scientist and professor, Dr. Brigid McCrea, PhD. Today's topic is, New Poultry Research Translated. Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer® is a nationally broadcast web radio show all about keeping backyard poultry, show poultry, and living a self-sufficiant lifestyle. Each week, the Chicken Whisperer®, Editor In Chief of, Chicken Whisperer Magazine, Author of, The Chicken Whisperer's Guide To Keeping Chickens, and National Spokesperson for the...

Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer

December 02, 2014 19:00 - 1 hour - 64.9 MB

Episode 971. Today, I welcome back Peter Brown, aka The Chicken Doctor to answer all your chicken health questions! Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer® is a nationally broadcast web radio show all about keeping backyard poultry, show poultry, and living a self-sufficiant lifestyle. Each week, the Chicken Whisperer®, Editor In Chief of, Chicken Whisperer Magazine, Author of, The Chicken Whisperer's Guide To Keeping Chickens, and National Spokesperson for the USDA-APHIS Biosecurity for...

Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer

November 24, 2014 19:00 - 1 hour - 81.9 MB

Episode 970. Today, I welcome back Peter Brown, aka The Chicken Doctor. Today's topic is, Dealing with Respiratory Issues. Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer® is a nationally broadcast web radio show all about keeping backyard poultry, show poultry, and living a self-sufficiant lifestyle. Each week, the Chicken Whisperer®, Editor In Chief of, Chicken Whisperer Magazine, Author of, The Chicken Whisperer's Guide To Keeping Chickens, and National Spokesperson for the USDA-APHIS Biosecur...

Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer

November 17, 2014 19:00 - 1 hour - 69.3 MB

Episode 969. Today, I welcome back Peter Brown, aka The Chicken Doctor. Today's topics are, Ear Infections and Swollen Face Syndrome. Backyard Poultry with the Chicken Whisperer® is a nationally broadcast web radio show all about keeping backyard poultry, show poultry, and living a self-sufficiant lifestyle. Each week, the Chicken Whisperer®, Editor In Chief of, Chicken Whisperer Magazine, Author of, The Chicken Whisperer's Guide To Keeping Chickens, and National Spokesperson for the USDA-APH...