How do you find a poultry vet?

[Chickassan]

I lied to my first avian vet, told him I was bringing a parrot. He was not amused but he kept us as clients because my rooster and I were firsts for him.

 

[newchickenmom33]

I lied to my first avian vet, told him I was bringing a parrot. He was not amused but he kept us as clients because my rooster and I were firsts for him.

 

[Ruralhideaway]

Some large animal vets treat chickens occasionally. My horse vet will help me when needed.

 

[Aerliss]

I know this is mostly a North American forum, but for any UK folk who happen upon this thread; the British Hen Welfare Trust have a map on their site so you can find your nearest trusted chicken vet; http://www.bhwt.org.uk/information/find-your-nearest-hen-friendly-vet/ (currently slow to load, but did eventually).

When I asked my small animals vet if she could see chickens she shrugged and said "I'll give it a try!". So, worth asking at least.

Gonna just second @KikisGirls suggestion of reading the emergency sub. A lot. Pests and predators too. You'll learn so much just reading the replies in these threads, and be prepared when something comes up without having to come post on BYC in an emergency.

 

[Kiki]

I know this is mostly a North American forum, but for any UK folk who happen upon this thread; the British Hen Welfare Trust have a map in their site so you can find your nearest trusted chicken vet.

When I asked my small animals vet if she could see chickens she shrugged and said "I'll give it a try!". So, worth asking at least.

Gonna just second @KikisGirls suggestion of reading the emergency sub. A lot. Pests and predators too. You'll learn so much just reading the replies in these threads, and be prepared when something comes up without having to come post on BYC in an emergency.

Can you share a link to the web site you mention please?

 

[casportpony]

It is odd, especially after being on here for years and everyone saying to find an avian vet.
That is not the case here in Texas.
Avian vet does not mean chicken vet.

Here in my area *all* of the avian vets I know about will see chickens, turkeys, gamebirds, and waterfowl. There are a few small animal vets that will too.

 

[Kiki]

Here in my area *all* of the avian vets I know about will see chickens, turkeys, gamebirds, and waterfowl. There are a few small animal vets that will too.

Wouldn't it be so nice (and easy) if all things chicken were the same in each state?

 

[christwodog]

Check with an equine vet in your area - that's how I found my chicken vet. She will see any smaller livestock animal (goats, sheep, etc) and some exotics too.
Good luck with your search, the avian vet near me wouldn't see my chicken when she was ill, but the vet I found was able to save her, thankfully!

 

[Aerliss]

Can you share a link to the web site you mention please?

Aye, I'll edit it in.

 

[TwitchysChicks]

Chicken diseases are real.
Wild birds do carry "stuff" but it is my opinion that you are more likely to unknowingly bring home a diseased bird if you don't learn about biosecurity and practice it.
Know that people sell sick birds all day every day.
Be careful who you buy future birds from.
An ounce of prevention...you know the saying.
http://extension.uga.edu/publicatio...&title=Biosecurity Basics for Poultry Growers

Truth. Just culled 2 today and put down one last week. The guy said his chickens were healthy. And that they lay eggs. I get them and theyre 3 1/2 yrs old and decrepit looking. Culled one with foam in its eyes and another that had swelling in its head. Sadly they were near my birds. The other died with swollen eyes. And not sure what to do with the one walking weird and watery diarrhea. Dont trust anyone.