09/07/2025
Your broilers are sneezing.
Again and again.
Some even shake their heads or make weird sounds when breathing.
What’s wrong?
Sneezing is not normal in poultry.
It’s not a small issue.
It’s a sign that something is seriously wrong with your flock.
Cause number one… cold air or poor ventilation.
If your poultry house is too dusty, cold, or stuffy — your birds will develop respiratory stress.
They’ll start sneezing, coughing, and gasping for air.
Cause number two… ammonia buildup.
If your litter is wet and dirty, it releases ammonia gas.
This gas burns the chicks' nostrils and lungs silently.
Sneezing follows.
Cause number three… sudden weather changes.
Cold nights, hot days, and no temperature control?
Your chicks get shocked — and their lungs suffer.
Cause number four… infections like CRD or Newcastle.
These diseases attack the lungs and airways.
Sneezing is one of the first signs.
If not treated, it spreads fast and kills.
Cause number five… poor hygiene and overcrowding.
Dirty drinkers, old litter, and too many birds in one space lead to fast disease spread.
So, what’s the solution?
First — clean your poultry house.
Remove wet litter.
Disinfect properly.
Ensure enough air flow without direct cold winds.
Next — boost their immunity.
Add multivitamins and respiratory boosters.
Treat early with antibiotics like Tylodox or Tylosin if signs persist.
Control your house temperature.
Don’t let cold nights destroy your flock.
Sneezing is not a joke.
It’s a silent killer in disguise.
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