Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Reproductive Diseases of the Backyard Hen.
- Journal:
- Journal of exotic pet medicine
- Year:
- 2015
- Authors:
- Greenacre, Cheryl B
- Affiliation:
- Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences · United States
Abstract
Reproductive diseases commonly occur in backyard hens, and the underlying cause is usually different from that of commercial-production hens. Because backyard hens typically live longer, are usually provided an adequate diet, and have relatively more space than commercial hens, the most common causes of their reproductive disease include neoplasia, egg-related peritonitis, persistent right oviduct, and old age. Conversely, other reproductive diseases including vent trauma and depletion of calcium are rarely diagnosed.
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