Learn to recognize signs of illness

Solution

Regularly observe your animals and learn to identify normal behavior versus signs of sickness.

Explanation

Watch for changes like lethargy, isolation, ruffled feathers/rough coat, coughing/sneezing, diarrhea or abnormal droppings, loss of appetite, changes in egg production/quality, limping, or unusual discharge from eyes/nose. Early detection allows for quicker intervention.

Notes

Spend time watching your animals daily when they are healthy to establish a baseline.