Chickens love grubs. These nutrient-dense treats have 50 times the calcium of mealworms and are loaded with protein. And they are a guilt-free treat for your chicken, as grubs contain no GMOs, preservatives, or sprays. Plus, they are made with 100% natural ingredients. But beware of your hens’ greedy nature: hens will gobble up any treat within seconds. That’s why a treat dispenser is essential!
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Bananas
Bananas are a great treat for chickens. They are rich in potassium, minerals, vitamins, and other nutrients, but they can also increase a chicken’s sugar levels, which can cause diseases and even death. Also, since bananas are soft fruit, they can cause crop problems in chickens. So, it’s best to avoid feeding bananas to chickens on a daily basis. However, you can give them a banana every once in a while.
Cheese
Although you might not think it is safe for chickens to eat, cheese is actually healthy for them, providing them with all of the vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients they need. In moderation, chickens can eat cheese and still remain healthy. The important thing to remember is that cheese contains fat, so they should only eat small amounts. For best results, however, you should avoid giving cheese to your chickens more than twice per week.
Carrots
Chickens love carrots, and you can feed them as a treat as a way to reward them for good behavior. Although carrots contain a number of important nutrients, they do not provide the energy or protein your chicken needs. They are similar to children in that they will not eat their normal food if they are given too many treats. If you raise your chickens on a free-range farm, they will find natural foods to eat as they roam freely. But if you are feeding your chickens a complete feed, they may not eat the carrots.
Watermelon
Chickens enjoy most fruits, and watermelon is particularly tasty in the summer. Chickens will happily eat the rind, seeds, and “guts” of melons. Similarly, you can offer them yogurt. Yogurt is rich in probiotics, and it contains calcium for strong egg shells. Make sure to use plain yogurt. In addition to fruit, you can also feed your chicken dried mealworms.
Oatmeal
Oatmeal chicken treats are based on an old recipe for cookies. They’re nutritious and freeze well. You can find recipes for oatmeal cookies online and adapt them to the chicken’s taste. These chicken treats are also very easy to prepare. To make oatmeal chicken treats, follow these steps. Make sure to keep an eye out for chickens that may develop diarrhea from eating too much oatmeal. If your chickens do suffer from diarrhea, you can substitute the oatmeal with a variety of adaptagenic herbs.
Catfood
If your cat is a fussy eater, it might be best to give it a little variety of chicken treats as a treat. However, don’t go overboard by adding chicken treats to its cat food. Your cat might get upset if it has an allergic reaction to the new foods, so make sure to keep a few human snacks around for her. You may also want to try introducing fish and grains to her diet, but only after consulting your veterinarian.
Suet cakes
Suet cakes are a delicious treat for your hens. You can bake your own, wrap them in wax paper, and store them in an airtight container. You can serve them during the cold winter months. If you want to make extra, you can put them in the freezer. You can also hang them in the chicken run to keep them warm. Suet cakes can last for several weeks in the freezer, wrapped in wax paper.
Yogurt
Some chicken owners like to give their birds treats that contain yogurt. They are high in protein and fat. Yogurt is also rich in calcium, which is important for chickens, as their digestive tracts lack enzymes to digest milk. However, yogurt’s protein content is low compared to the 16% that chickens need to maintain proper health. Nevertheless, chickens like to eat treats that contain yogurt, and many people are turning to this treat for this reason.
Cooked pasta
If you are looking for an easy treat for your chickens, cooked pasta can be the perfect choice. Chickens love long strands of pasta, and they will happily eat it. However, it is important to avoid leftover pasta as the sauces can become contaminated if stored for long periods of time. Pasta, cooked or otherwise, can contain bacteria like Salmonella and may be harmful to your chickens. Alternatively, you can use the leftover pasta water to feed your chickens.
Oats
Among the benefits of oatmeal in chicken diets is its ability to provide essential nutrients, such as vitamin B1 and Thiamine. The latter is especially important for chickens because it is involved in the formation of eggshells. If laying hens lack this mineral, they will produce eggs with thinner shells, and their chicks may have physical defects. In addition, oatmeal is a great source of Pantothenic Acid, another important nutrient for chickens.
