They actually suffer from separation issues just like dogs do — they just show it a bit differently. Wednesday, Aug. 7, 2019. Chickens, are like humans, they can only perform at their optimum levels if all of their basic needs are met first, in this case protection and oxygen. A trailer loaded with chickens passes a federal agent outside a Koch Foods Inc., plant in Morton, Miss. Do deceased people pine away for us after death like we do for them? This suggests that dogs can tell the difference between 30 minutes and 2 hours, but beyond that it is unclear. So, if you want your chickens to be members of your family, it’s best to get them when they’re chicks, and consistently interact with them. I know that sounds horrible, but let’s look at death from their perspective so you’ll understand why they don’t miss us like we miss them. Visit Adopt-a-Pet to see rabbits available near you. Now, there ARE exceptions: We’ve had hens we rescued from battery cages, and they made GREAT pets. A Chicken coop without free air movement and therefore more oxygen will have high carbon monoxide levels and humidity levels. The Silicon Valley elite’s latest status symbol: Chickens Their pampered birds wear diapers and have personal chefs — but lay the finest eggs tech money can buy Story by Peter Holley In this article I look at the evidence about Sudden Chicken Death Syndrome: what it is, why it happens and whether there's anything we can do about it. Do cats miss you when you’re gone? In the coldest winter climates, you may find that breeds with large combs and wattles are prone to frostbite. There are thousands of rabbits out there who are waiting for a more responsible owner to come along, and a good rescue can help you find a rabbit whose personality matches yours. The next thing you know she has suddenly died. Answer: Generally speaking, no, the dead do not miss the living. However, if your chickens do get frostbite, it is usually nothing serious as just the tips of the combs are affected—but it can look a little icky. What's all that about? However, there was no difference between 2 and 4 hours. One minute you have what seems like a perfectly healthy, happy chicken running round the yard eating normally and enjoying life. To protect them, you can smear their combs and wattles with petroleum jelly.