Flock Health & Medicine

Keep your flock healthy with our curated selection of poultry health and medicine products. From wound care and antibiotics to vitamins, electrolytes, and coccidiosis treatments — we carry trusted brands like Vetericyn, Terramycin, CORID, Durvet, and more. Available for Twin Cities local delivery.

Flock Health FAQs

How do I know if my chicken is sick?
Common signs of illness include lethargy, loss of appetite, ruffled feathers, labored breathing, discharge from eyes or nostrils, diarrhea, or sudden drop in egg production. A sick bird will often separate itself from the flock. Isolate any bird showing symptoms immediately to prevent spread, then assess for specific conditions.

What is coccidiosis and how do I treat it?
Coccidiosis is a common intestinal parasite that affects young birds, causing bloody or watery droppings, lethargy, and loss of appetite. It spreads through contaminated soil and droppings. CORID (amprolium) is the standard treatment — added to drinking water for 5–7 days. Medicated chick starter contains amprolium as a preventive for young flocks.

How do I treat mites and lice on chickens?
Mites and lice are common external parasites that cause feather loss, skin irritation, and reduced egg production. Treat affected birds with poultry dust or spray containing permethrin or pyrethrin, and treat the coop at the same time. Diatomaceous earth in dust baths helps prevent reinfestation. Reapply treatment after 7–10 days to break the egg cycle.

What vitamins and electrolytes do chickens need?
Vitamins and electrolytes are especially important during heat stress, illness, shipping stress, or after antibiotic treatment. Look for poultry-specific vitamin/electrolyte blends that include Vitamins A, D, E, and B-complex. These are typically added to drinking water for a few days at a time — not as a permanent supplement.

Can I use human or pet medications on chickens?
Generally no — always use poultry-labeled products when available. Some human or pet medications can be toxic to birds at standard doses. Stick to products specifically formulated for poultry, and follow label directions carefully, especially regarding egg and meat withdrawal times if your birds are laying or raised for food.

Read more from our Flock Blog:
→ Parasite Prevention
→ Molting 101
→ 5 Signs Your Flock Lacks Protein