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Salt Deficiency

Although salt requirements of chicken are relatively low, getting enough salt in their diet is essential for their well being.

Clinical Signs

Increase in feather pecking
Decreased egg production

Diagnosis

  • Clinical signs
  • Physical exam
  • Laboratory testing

Support

Prevention

Feeding a balanced diet.

Scientific References

Risk Factors

  • Recent change in feed type or new bag of feed purchased recently