What Not to Feed Chickens
Many foods are considered to be dangerous for chickens and must be avoided at all costs. Poultry experts often disagree on the dangers of some foods, but all of the foods discussed here are universally considered to be harmful for chickens.
If you have a question about the safety of any food then please consult a veterinarian. Never feed your chickens the following:
- Raw Peanuts and Dry Beans
- Avocado
- Potato Sprouts
- Rhubarb Leaves
- Tomato Plant Leaves
- Pepper Plant Leaves
- Aubergine Plant Leaves
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Our Top 5 Chicken Bedding
Chicken Bedding
Overview:
Dengie Fresh Bed for chickens is a chopped straw bedding with pine oil added for its natural anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties. Developed in association with the British Hen Welfare Trust, Fresh Bed is designed to keep your hens feeling warm and cosy. *Chopped, dust extracted straw bedding ideal for ex-bats in particular *Includes pine oil a natural anti-bacterial and anti-fungal agent *Easy disposal as will compost much quicker than shavings and wood pellets and produces great compost for your veggies! *Pack size 100 litres, should last 3-5 hens about 3 weeks
Unibed Poulty and Game Bedding
20KG
Overview
- Suitable for poultry, game and small animals
- Manufactured from premium quality dust extracted straw
- Treated with a non toxic disinfectant that is anti viral and anti fungal
- Rots down quickly and effectively compared to wood based products
Universal Pet Bedding and Litter
10kg
Overview:
- New packaging, enhanced product and performance
- Ultra absorbent soft straw microfibre pellets for better, natural, odour control
- Super long lasting and cost effective
- Keeps a clean, dry, fresh living environment for cats, rabbits, rodents, ferrets, reptiles, chickens and caged birds
- 100% natural, compostable and biodegradable
Fresh Bed For Chickens
100L
