Welcome to The Health Coop
Positive hen health begins with nutrition and promotes happier, healthier birds that lay a higher grade of egg and live a happier life. We publish professional health advice and tips for keeping hens as healthy as possible at home. Our health tips are written by professional vets and approved by the Surrey Poultry Vet.
How "flockdown" release can affect your hens
Changes in environment has an effect on hens, both mentally and physiologically. The lifting of an Avian Influenza housing order is a time to celebrate, but the new environment has the potential to challenge hens.
Fatty Liver Syndrome in laying hens
Fatty liver syndrome (FLS) is characterised by increased lipid accumulation in the liver tissues and is associated with decreased egg production.
Antioxidant requirements for aged hens
Reduced hormonal and liver function is associated with ageing in hens.
How can “complementary feeding stuffs” help my hen?
Complimentary feeding stuffs are used to help maintain hen health. It is the term used to describe all supplements you might consider giving to your hen in addition to their daily diet.
What happens when a hen ages?
Aging affects many parts of the body. here we focus on the most important aspects relating to hen health.
What are ORGANIC ACIDS and how do they work in hens?
Organic acids are used to promote healthy guts in hens.
What if my hen is nesting but not laying?
Nesting hens should be laying eggs. If any hen is spending frequent, unproductive periods inside a nest box, it is recommended that veterinary assistance is sought.
How do I improve my egg shell quality?
There are many causes of "stress" in hens. We humans are used to discussing stress in terms of our mental health and although that certainly applies to our hens as well, there are also physiological causes of stress that may not be so obvious.
How to tell if a hen is laying
It can be difficult in small flocks of pet hens to know which hens are laying.
What are probiotics & prebiotics and how do they work?
Understand the difference between probiotics and prebiotics and how they can be used to help your hen.
Broody Hens
Nesting hens should be laying eggs. There are many causes for nesting including hormonal changes, behaviour and illness.
What colour should a chicken’s comb be?
Hen comb colour can be a good indicator of health, condition and stage of lay.
What is bumblefoot?
Bumblefoot is a term commonly used to describe a disease of the foot in birds. The problem is that the term "bumblefoot" does not describe the problem accurately.
Can hens see fireworks?
Have you ever wondered how your hens see the world? Could they appreciate fireworks, if they didn’t mind the noise of course?
Is Apple Cider Vinegar good for hens?
Use a quality blend of organic acids instead of apple cider vinegar to improve gut health.
How do hen’s intestines work?
A hen’s intestines not only aid digestion, but are an essential part of the bird’s immune system too.
What actually is vent gleet?
Vent gleet is a general description of inflammation (reddening) of the vent. This inflammation can be the result of many differing issues, some of which may need a more specific treatment.
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