I’ve read that “broiler” chickens get so big that they become crippled by their own weight. Is this true? – Sophie B, BC

No, Sophie, it’s not true. A “broiler” chicken simply means a chicken that’s raised for meat, and all chickens raised in Canada only reach a natural healthy weight. It would be impossible for a chicken to get so big that it would become crippled by its own weight because chickens raised in Canada are free to eat and drink on their own. You can learn more about the Chicken Farmers of Canada’s commitment to animal care on chickenfarmers.ca.