People who have SOP quality breeder stock and have their own breeding program but choose not to offer hatching eggs, chicks, and chickens to the public, at least regularly. What's your reason?
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I chose not to get tested my flock because based on my research Marek is everywhere and most definitely in every flock even if they are asymptomatic. I haven't really lost many chickens to the point I am very concerned. Instead of vaccination and official test, I have decided to breed for...
I've noticed many young chickens that do not make it to maturity to lay eggs are hatchery stock with vaccination. Of course, some of the chickens from backyard/professional breeders don't make it, but in my experience I lose way more hatchery birds vs non-vaccinated backyard chickens. Is my...
Thank you so much for your help! Because I will not be hatching many birds especially keeping our flock to ourselves, I am not sure if vaccination is practical when it comes with 1000 shots. Also, I am afraid of needling chicks and being very on point with such an important task. Is it possible...
I believe I am dealing with Mycoplasma and Marek or Vitamin Definitely at the same time. I have had two types of sicknesses going on.
Type A (Mycoplasma?): Bubbly or swollen eyes. Mostly bubbly. Respiratory issues. Most of them recovered when given Tiaguard (Tiamulin). Some have caught it...