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 them
• What 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.

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Stay connected with Dr. Geoffrey Lossie:

• Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory
• Purdue Veterinary Medicine Extension
• Email - [email protected]

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

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