CATDOLL : CATDOLL: Symptoms and treatments of snoring in laying hens in summer

As an important poultry breeding breed, laying hens often have snoring symptoms in summer, which seriously affects the growth and egg-laying ability of chickens. The following will introduce the symptoms and treatment methods of snoring in laying hens in summer to help breeders take timely measures.

Snoring symptoms

The main symptoms of snoring in laying hens in summer include:

• The chickens breathe rapidly and their breathing sounds are accompanied by nasal sounds, similar to human snoring.
• Chickens show respiratory symptoms such as panting and coughing.
• The chickens have a decreased appetite, reduced activity, and are obviously tired.
• The chickens' body temperature rises and they may even develop fever symptoms.

Treatment

For laying hens with snoring symptoms in summer, the following methods can be used for treatment:

• Make sure the chicken house is well ventilated and maintains appropriate temperature and humidity.
• Provide laying hens with plenty of clean drinking water to prevent bacteria from growing in the water.
• Add appropriate amounts of vitamin and mineral supplements to enhance the immunity of chickens.
• Give laying hens suitable feed to supplement nutrition and enhance their physical fitness.
• Use appropriate antibiotics or Chinese herbal medicine to eliminate the snoring symptoms in chickens.

When conducting treatment, it is recommended that farmers consult veterinary experts in a timely manner based on the specific symptoms and conditions of the chickens, and follow their guidance for treatment.

Through the above treatment methods, the snoring symptoms of laying hens in summer can be effectively alleviated, the growth and egg-laying ability of chickens can be improved, and the breeding benefits can be guaranteed.