[Bobby]

Our 4 chickens have only been laying a few days.  One of them went into the nest box and laid an egg today - I was there, so collected it - attached to it was what looked like poo, but there was a tiny thin white worm wriggling in it.  I have been adding cider vinegar to the water and change this every day and the coop and run has been cleaned regularly - all the birds seem perfectly healthy.  Any ideas what this is and how can I get rid of it
Thanks
Bobby

[shetlandpaul]

worms and don't panic. get some flubenvet. or vermex and follow the instructions. At the same time check for lice and treat if you find them.

[karen and her chickaboos]

should you routinely worm chickens and if so, how often?

[shetlandpaul]

depends on how many hens you have but every 3-6 months.