Moving to New state are my chickens safe?

[BuggyBear]

Ok, so my family is moving from Mass. to NC. and I'm worried that they might need shots or something for some virus thats down there. Is there any viruses or things that at are there and not here? thanks!

 

[BuggyBear]

some one answer plz?

 

[KayTee]

As far as I am aware there are no vaccinations available for fully grown chickens that will protect them from any viruses, so I don't think you need to worry about getting them shots just because you are moving to another part of the country.

However, different places can have different problems with pests or diseases. Once you move you should keep a close eye on your birds for the first two or three months to check that they are ok. One thing to keep a lookout for is coccidiosis. It is present in all soils, but there are several different strains. Your birds will have developed a natural immunity to the strain in the soil where they currently live, but if there a different strain in the new soil then they could become infected.

As long as you look after your girls they will be fine in their new home. Best of luck to you all!