Looking for chicken care information? Head over to our Compassionate Care Classroom where we have basic care courses for both large breedDomesticated animal breeds that have been selectively bred by humans to grow as large as possible, as quickly as possible, to the detriment of their health. and non-large breedA domesticated animal breed that has not been specifically engineered to grow as quickly as possible for the purpose of human consumption. In resources at The Open Sanctuary Project, "Heritage" breeds of turkeys, for instance, are "non-large breed", even if they are physically quite big. chickens! Part One focuses on housing, diet, social considerations, and enrichment, while Part Two focuses on healthcare-related topics such as signs of health versus signs of concern, common health challenges, how to perform a health checkThe Open Sanctuary Project uses the term "health check" to describe health evaluations performed by caregivers who are not licensed veterinarians. While regular health checks are an important part of animal care, they are not meant to be a replacement for a physical exam performed by a licensed veterinarian., the importance of veterinary care, and more! 

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