Fowl pox in spring?

[elmo]

Mosquito season has come early here this year, it seems. I have three hens raising a total of 14 chicks outside this spring, and I worrying about the chicks getting fowl pox. Has anyone ever had this happen? I'm thinking about vaccination.

 

[CMV]

My girls had dry pox last spring with the never ending rain we had last year. They bounced through it with no problems. I don't think I would vaccinate my girls, but it really is a matter of personal preference. If you are worried, then do it. Peace of mind is priceless.

Good luck.

 

[dawg53]

I dealt with fowl pox a few years ago, it was a pain. It's your decision whether to vaccinate or not. Fortunately after they're exposed to the virus, they're immune to it thereafter.