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DIY Projects to Improve Your Backyard Poultry Setup

Enhancing your backyard poultry setup with DIY projects can be fun and rewarding. Simple improvements can make a big difference in your chickens’ health and happiness. There are many ways to optimize your setup, from building better shelters to creating efficient feeding systems. Scroll down to explore creative DIY projects to improve your backyard poultry setup.

Raising Chickens: How to fix Splayed Leg or Straddle Leg

How to Fix Splayed Leg or Spraddle Leg

One of the most common chicks legs problems with newly hatched chicks are splayed leg (also called spraddle leg). The chick will not be able to walk up right, most often will scoot around on it’s belly. It may appear sick since it’s uncomfortable and it takes great effort to move. Splayed leg is easily correctable, but if not addressed quickly, the chick will not be able to get to feed and water and can die.