Is there a high chance my flock will get a disease?!

[roosterhavoc]

You're absolutely right! But where is that disease going to enter your nice healthy run from? I prefer to err on the side of caution, but after hearing your point I think a better answer I could have given would've been that the amount of caution/disease prevention needed would depend on how healthy OP's local bird population is.

I agree but imo the more the chickens can get out and scratch around in the yard (if they have the room) the stronger their immune system will be which will allow them to fight off diseases. They’ll also be more likely to take proper dust baths. I do see your point too though.

 

[casportpony]

Thanks for this advice! It's a good rule to pay attention to. Luckily, I have a measured reccommended dose for my pigeon sized quail! ❤

Okay, if you're doing quail that's probably ok, I thought you were doing chickens.

 

[GreedySeedFeedy]

Okay, if you're doing quail that's probably ok, I thought you were doing chickens.

No worries! This is mainly a chicken site after all.