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How to keep my chicken’s nails and beak trimmed naturally?

Practical advice for your flock in Australia.

Chicken Hatchery Australia · Backyard poultry guide

How to keep my chicken’s nails and beak trimmed naturally?

Suitable ground, safe perches and normal foraging can support natural wear, but they do not solve every overgrowth problem. Inspect feet and the beak regularly. Ask a veterinarian to assess abnormal growth, poor movement or difficulty eating. Never use abrasive devices or cut sensitive tissue in an attempt to imitate industrial poultry procedures.

Inspect rather than assume

Natural wear varies with age, breed and mobility. Overgrowth or difficulty eating or perching needs assessment. Do not use harsh abrasives or attempt a painful corrective procedure without veterinary advice.

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Explore our breed and compatibility guides to plan your flock, or use the health checker to find care information. For general questions, visit our contact page.

If your chicken is unwell, contact a poultry-experienced veterinarian promptly.

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