Hi everyone! Just wanted some clarification on exactly what to look for in a breeder. I recently purchased a pullet from a fully “certified” breeder, however things took a turn for the worse.
So when I purchased it, it was a quick transaction, the bird was already contained and I put it in my car with just a quick look. Upon arriving home I realized the said bird had a terrible lice/mite infestation. Notified breeder who immediately apologized and refunded me the money paid for the bird. I have Elector PSP on hand as a precaution (I’ve always heard that lice/mites are a “when” and not an “if” situation and wanted to be prepared). I kept the pullet quarantined and treated accordingly, but it was still very lethargic, eating and drinking little amounts and was also VERY thin. I added vitamins to water etc and basically did everything I knew to help. Unfortunately the bird only lived about 72 hours after purchase. My question is, how do you find GOOD ethical breeders? I feel like this entire situation could have been avoided had the bird had good care. Any advice?
So when I purchased it, it was a quick transaction, the bird was already contained and I put it in my car with just a quick look. Upon arriving home I realized the said bird had a terrible lice/mite infestation. Notified breeder who immediately apologized and refunded me the money paid for the bird. I have Elector PSP on hand as a precaution (I’ve always heard that lice/mites are a “when” and not an “if” situation and wanted to be prepared). I kept the pullet quarantined and treated accordingly, but it was still very lethargic, eating and drinking little amounts and was also VERY thin. I added vitamins to water etc and basically did everything I knew to help. Unfortunately the bird only lived about 72 hours after purchase. My question is, how do you find GOOD ethical breeders? I feel like this entire situation could have been avoided had the bird had good care. Any advice?
