In both urban and rural areas, more and more people are raising poultry, with chickens being the most common. However, the health problems of domestic chickens are often overlooked. To keep your flock healthy, let's talk about five common diseases in domestic chickens and how to prevent them.
First of all, we need to understand Newcastle disease. It is a highly contagious viral disease whose symptoms include difficulty breathing, shaking of the head, unsteadiness on standing, etc. The most effective way to prevent Newcastle disease is vaccination, and once the above symptoms are found in the flock, they should be immediately isolated and take appropriate measures.
Secondly, chicken pox is a disease caused by a virus that is mainly transmitted through mosquito bites. Regular vaccinations are the most effective way to prevent chicken pox. For already infected chickens, antiviral drugs can be used**.
Salmonellosis is an intestinal infection caused by the bacteria Salmonella, which is mainly spread through contaminated water or food. To prevent salmonellosis, we need to keep the house clean and hygienic and ensure that the chickens drink and feed safely. If the chicken is already infected, we can use antibiotics**.
Ascariasis is a disease of the digestive tract caused by parasites, mainly transmitted by chickens eating infected soil or insects. To prevent ascariasis, we should deworm our chickens regularly. If the chicken is already infected with roundworms, we can use insect repellents**.
Finally, we're going to talk about coccidiosis. The disease is also an intestinal disease caused by parasites and is mainly spread by chickens eating infected soil or water sources. To prevent coccidiosis, we need to keep the house clean and hygienic and ensure that the chickens drink and feed safely. For chickens that are already infected, we can use anticoccidial drugs**.
In general, a diagnosis should be made by a veterinarian to determine the type of disease and the severity of the condition before proceeding with any**. At the same time, it is necessary to pay attention to the cleanliness and hygiene of the chicken house, disinfect it regularly, provide sufficient nutrition and water, and avoid overcrowding, so as to effectively prevent chickens from getting sick.
Let's work together to create a healthy and safe living environment for our flock.