Can Sheep and Chickens Live Together?

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Ruminants and poultry have a symbiotic relationship, where both the sheep and chickens benefit from being close to one another.

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Pens and Feed for Sheep and Chickens

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Benefits of Keeping Sheep and Chickens Together

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Predator Control and Prevention

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Disadvantages of Keeping Sheep and Chickens Together

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Can Sheep and Chickens Live Together?

Ruminants and poultry have a symbiotic relationship, where both the sheep and chickens benefit from being close to one another.

Pens and Feed for Sheep and Chickens

Sheep and chickens are therefore a perfect match, as long as their feeds are separated.

Benefits of Keeping Sheep and Chickens Together

Parasite and Disease Control Rearing sheep and chickens together greatly reduces the spread of parasites and diseases.

Predator Control and Prevention

Besides the stability and companionship of the sheep, chickens also gain a sense of safety and security when with larger animals in numbers.

Disadvantages of Keeping Sheep and Chickens Together

Most parasites and diseases are transmitted through the contamination of bedding, feeds, and drinking water.

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