Avian Flu, Disease
July27
Caring pet owners are more likely to treat all the animals in their family better than the mass agricultural industries. More space per hen and better food mean that home raised chickens will be healthier. Backyard Hens are as likely to contract avian flu and other diseases as pet parrots. Since the hens are pets and in a small flock, the owners will be more astute to changes in the animals health. If any sickness is detected, like a responsible owner, they will do what is necessary to get their pet healed.
From the CDC website’s FAQ.
We have a small flock of chickens. Is it safe to keep them?
Yes. In the United States there is no need at present to remove a flock of chickens because of concerns regarding avian influenza. The U.S. Department of Agriculture monitors potential infection of poultry and poultry products by avian influenza viruses and other infectious disease agents.
A few government run sites devoted to Avian Influenza.
