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Can Chickens Eat Lettuce?

Chickens do eat lettuce and owners often throw leftover lettuce in their chicken coops. However, lettuce is very low on nutritional value and there are far better foods out there. Different types...

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Can Chickens Eat Pears?

Chickens can eat raw and cooked pears, but just like any fruit - chickens should only be fed pears in moderation. Pear seeds do contain trace amounts of cyanide. Fresh fruits and veggies are...

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Can Chickens Eat Green Beans?

Chickens can only eat fresh, canned and frozen green beans when cooked without fat or seasonings. Raw green beans contain lectic which is toxic for chickens to eat. Green beans are often a...

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Can Chickens Eat Spinach?

Chickens can eat spinach and it's a nutritional powerhouse, but should only be fed to chickens in small amounts. Spinach contains oxalic acid which can be harmful in high doses. Spinach is easy to...

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Can Chickens Eat Chocolate?

While chickens can eat chocolate, you should NEVER feed any chocolate to them. Chocolate contains theobromine which can lead to severe illness or fatality. It can be tempting to throw any table...

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What Can Chickens Not Eat? (14 Dangerous Foods)

There are numerous foods that chickens cannot eat which can lead to severe illness or death. Some foods are almost instantly fatal such as dried beans, and some - like avocado - are quite...

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