How long does coryza live in dirt

[ChelseysChicken]

Had two birds in quarantine pen/run for 1 week when one birds so very apparent sign of coryza. Iv washed and bleached the wire/wood pen now what do I do about the dirt in the run? Sick birds have been gone 4 days. Thanks

 

[Michael Apple]

Damp, dirty, or drafty houses seem to be ideal environments for Coryza. You can use an effective disinfectant like Tek-Trol or Trifectin. Both are potent against most viruses, bacteria, and fungi. Rake up the yard of all debris. Most disinfectants aren't very effective on soil. 3 months is recommended for Fowl Cholera, but not sure about Coryza. Ammonium quat like Quatricide may be a good soil solution that will dissipate well after rapid effectiveness. There is a Coryza vaccine too.

 

[ChelseysChicken]

Thanks!

Damp, dirty, or drafty houses seem to be ideal environments for Coryza. You can use an effective disinfectant like Tek-Trol or Trifectin. Both are potent against most viruses, bacteria, and fungi. Rake up the yard of all debris. Most disinfectants aren't very effective on soil. 3 months is recommended for Fowl Cholera, but not sure about Coryza. Ammonium quat like Quatricide may be a good soil solution that will dissipate well after rapid effectiveness. There is a Coryza vaccine too.