** Apple Cider Vinegar **
Info Help Sheet
The Benefits
Apple Cider vinegar is rich in vitamins, minerals and trace elements, particularly potassium.
Bacteria and harmful micro organisms thrive in a weak acid or mild alkaline environment. ACV contains acetic acid which lowers ph levels (raises acidity), which in turn disrupts the energy, sustenance and transports mechanisms of aggressive pathogens. Natural pectin’s in the fruit bind to toxins assisting their transport out of the body. In this way potential infections can be targeted and the natural immune system is stimulated and supported in fighting back.
ACV also stimulates the appetite & improves the digestive process. Potassium assists in helping maximum nutrition to be obtained from the feed.
Benefits of oral ACV
Other Benefits
If used in the bath water of show birds it imparts a shine to the feathers
If applied to minor wounds it decreases pain & promotes healing
Helps control minor bleeding
Relieves itchy skin or feather problems
Cleaning
Add a few teaspoons to a spray bottle filled with water to clean coop, perches, waterers, feeders and to prevent unpleasant odours from building up.
Quantities & Variations
Two methods of giving ACV but its best to stick to one method once you decide which to follow.
Method 1: 25mls added to 1 litre of drinking water given to the hens for a period of 10-14 days to adjust pH & establish healthy gut flora followed by maintenance periods of either 2 days a week (eg weekend) or one week per month.
Method 2: 1ml per litre of water given on a constant basis-this is very effective for effective for rearing chicks & growers to 8 weeks or so.
CAUTION: DO NOT USE IN METAL CONTAINERS AS ACV WILL CAUSE CORROSION.
IMPORTANT: THIS INFORMATION IS OFFERED TO HELP YOU ESTABLISH A NATURAL AND HOLISTIC APPROACH TO BASIC POULTRY CARE. IF YOUR CHICKEN BECOMES SICK YOU SHOULD CONSULT A VETERINARY PRACTITIONER FOR MEDICAL GUIDANCE.
WE HOPE YOU ENJOY GIVING YOU’RE RESCUED EX-CAGED/ BARN HENS A NEW HOME &
A CHANCE OF FREEDOM THAT SHE SO RIGHTLY DESERVES.
Info Help Sheet
The Benefits
Apple Cider vinegar is rich in vitamins, minerals and trace elements, particularly potassium.
Bacteria and harmful micro organisms thrive in a weak acid or mild alkaline environment. ACV contains acetic acid which lowers ph levels (raises acidity), which in turn disrupts the energy, sustenance and transports mechanisms of aggressive pathogens. Natural pectin’s in the fruit bind to toxins assisting their transport out of the body. In this way potential infections can be targeted and the natural immune system is stimulated and supported in fighting back.
ACV also stimulates the appetite & improves the digestive process. Potassium assists in helping maximum nutrition to be obtained from the feed.
Benefits of oral ACV
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Reduction of faecal odour
- Improves the appetite & digestion
- Helps break down minerals and fats in diet
- Helps absorb calcium
- Improves shell quality
- Improves feather quality & strength
- Maintain fertility & stamina
- Improve overall well being to lower stress & support the immune system
- Control and eradicate internal parasites and pathogens
- Helps build resistance to coccidiosis
Other Benefits
If used in the bath water of show birds it imparts a shine to the feathers
If applied to minor wounds it decreases pain & promotes healing
Helps control minor bleeding
Relieves itchy skin or feather problems
Cleaning
Add a few teaspoons to a spray bottle filled with water to clean coop, perches, waterers, feeders and to prevent unpleasant odours from building up.
Quantities & Variations
Two methods of giving ACV but its best to stick to one method once you decide which to follow.
Method 1: 25mls added to 1 litre of drinking water given to the hens for a period of 10-14 days to adjust pH & establish healthy gut flora followed by maintenance periods of either 2 days a week (eg weekend) or one week per month.
Method 2: 1ml per litre of water given on a constant basis-this is very effective for effective for rearing chicks & growers to 8 weeks or so.
CAUTION: DO NOT USE IN METAL CONTAINERS AS ACV WILL CAUSE CORROSION.
IMPORTANT: THIS INFORMATION IS OFFERED TO HELP YOU ESTABLISH A NATURAL AND HOLISTIC APPROACH TO BASIC POULTRY CARE. IF YOUR CHICKEN BECOMES SICK YOU SHOULD CONSULT A VETERINARY PRACTITIONER FOR MEDICAL GUIDANCE.
WE HOPE YOU ENJOY GIVING YOU’RE RESCUED EX-CAGED/ BARN HENS A NEW HOME &
A CHANCE OF FREEDOM THAT SHE SO RIGHTLY DESERVES.
LuckyHens Rescue
Amberswood Common
Manchester Road
Ince
Wigan
WN23DR
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C.I.C reg no 7738619
