Natural Remedies for Chickens

If you've visited our rose nursery, then you'll know we are not only rose specialists, but we also know a thing or two about chickens!

We have a whole flock of chicken, geese and ducks which we look after, and much like our plants, we try to keep things as natural as possible. Here's our quick guide to natural remedies for chickens

Natural care for chickens

There are certain must-haves in your avian medical kit, simple everyday herbs, and spices, and vitamins to boost immunity, bolster sickies, and keep your flock healthy and pest free. 

Beneficial Herbs for your chickens

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These everyday herbs can be beneficial to your flock. Always try a little bit first, and if necessary, check with your vet.

Oregano

Strengthens the Immune system,  Combats Coccidia, Salmonella, Infectious Bronchitis, Avian Flu, Blackhead and E-Coli. 

Basil

Antibacterial, good for mucus membrane health.

Garlic

Use as a laying stimulant, anti-fungal properties, and benefits to the circulation system.

Mint

Great as an insecticide and rodent repellant. Antioxidant and aids respiratory health.

Parsley

High in vitamins.

Sage

Antioxidant, Anti-parasitic and all-round health promoter and laying stimulant.

Marjoram

Anti-inflammatory, decongestant, detoxifier and aids blood circulation.

Marigold Petals

Stress reliever, increases blood circulation, decongestant and if added to food the egg yolks will be the most fantastic orange colour.

Growing herbs for your chickens

Growing herbs around your dust bath or garden will also allow the girls to help themselves, especially as animals seem to know what's good for them and what they need. You may need to have them in pots to prevent them from being scratched up during bath time, or if you have active chooks.

You can also pop the herbs into water if you have fussy hens. I will put a clove of garlic into the drinker when I think they need it.

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Other useful supplements

You can get vitamin supplements from good farm and pet stores, some to be dissolved in water others sprinkled into food. I am a fan of Verm-X, a valuable additive at times of stress like a moult or weather changes. Plus I always have some Vitamin E handy, good for a chicken that's down in the dumps.