How to Hypnotize a Chicken

When I was thirteen years old, my Dad taught me how to hypnotize a chicken. We had just finished a 4-H meeting at our house. As we chatted in the yard, I noticed a couple of my Mom’s laying hens nearby. My Dad casually grabbed one hen by the legs and remarked to me, “Did I ever teach you how to hypnotize a chicken?” I replied that I’d never heard of such a thing. My Dad then proceeded to show me how to hypnotize a chicken. It was an amazing thing to see. Here’s how it is done.

First, obtain a small stick or twig. Then, if you have access to poultry, gently, and without too much excitement, snag a chicken. Hens are preferable.

Once said chicken is cap- tured, hold her gently and find a clear space of open dirt.