Can chickens eat strawberries?

Why

Strawberries are non-toxic and offer vitamins, but their high sugar content can upset a chicken's digestive system if overfed. They should always be treated as an occasional snack rather than a staple of their diet.

If you do feed it

• Wash the berries thoroughly to remove pesticides and dirt.
• Cut large berries into smaller pieces to prevent choking.
• Limit treats to no more than 10% of their total daily food intake.
• Remove any moldy or rotten parts before feeding.

Watch out for

• Sweetened or candied strawberries
• Moldy or rotting fruit
• Large whole berries that could cause choking

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