What is PTFE? How can it harm my chickens?
Polytetrafluoroethylene or PTFE is often known by the brand name Teflon™. It is a synthetic polymer often used as a non-stick coating for cookware or shatter-resistant heat lamps. Though intended for use in the food industry, poultry owners may accidentally acquire these heat lamps, putting their flock in danger.
When heated, PTFE...
PTFE Toxicosis (Teflon Poisoning) in Chickens