Transporting chickens cross country in a self-driving Tesla

[Sunshine Flock]

During a recent wildfire evacuation, the chickens (five hens and two Henries) loaded up nicely into a wire dog kennel I had on hand for just that purpose. I put a thick layer of pine shavings in the tray and wrapped the whole thing in a secured blanket. They seemed quite comfy.

But for a long, cross country road trip to a new home, I think they would need a horse trailer or something with windows and more space.

It seems as for the chicken regulations go, it depends on the state. Have any of you transported chickens across the country or through more than one state? I've only skimmed the surface and need to delve more into this, but I think what I read in the forums a few years ago was incorrect. In a discussion it was said that you can't transport chickens without a licensed poultry transport service. That doesn't seem to be true at all.

As for the Tesla, I don't have one and don't want one. But wouldn't that be a hoot? Just load up the car and program in where you want it to go and wish them a good journey!!

 

[drumstick diva]

My brother and son both have Teslas, they love them. I have never driven and couldn't afford a car or the upkeep so it's just another car to me. I wouldn't trust the self driving feature, they don't use it.
I don't know if all Tesla's have it but for fun(?) their cars have a "farting," sound effect. Since Tesla's are almost silent when in motion - I guess Elon figures the farting feature lets people know the vehicle is approaching. Men and their toys I guess.

 

[nuthatched]

Could you imagine the people glancing into the car and seeing only poultry?
I don't trust self driving cars, personally....

 

[Sunshine Flock]

I forgot I started this discussion. Ha!

Every year I watch one of the Muppets Christmas videos. There's one where all of them are crammed into a vintage truck, including the chickens. The thought of my two roosters and the hens going by on the freeway while they're facing forward and looking out the window gives me the serious giggles.

 

[getaclue]

If you're planning to transport chickens for a long distance, it's best when they're each in an individual, smaller box, that they can't stand up in. Less chance of injury from losing their balance, and/or sliding around, due to stops, starts, acceleration, etc. The box is fairly dark when closed up (air holes of course), so the darkness encourages them to settle down, and rest. On a long trip, it is good to stop, and offer them something to drink, so they don't dehydrate. Be careful they stay cool enough inside their boxes.

 

[Pullet Press]

During a recent wildfire evacuation, the chickens (five hens and two Henries) loaded up nicely into a wire dog kennel I had on hand for just that purpose. I put a thick layer of pine shavings in the tray and wrapped the whole thing in a secured blanket. They seemed quite comfy.

But for a long, cross country road trip to a new home, I think they would need a horse trailer or something with windows and more space.

It seems as for the chicken regulations go, it depends on the state. Have any of you transported chickens across the country or through more than one state? I've only skimmed the surface and need to delve more into this, but I think what I read in the forums a few years ago was incorrect. In a discussion it was said that you can't transport chickens without a licensed poultry transport service. That doesn't seem to be true at all.

As for the Tesla, I don't have one and don't want one. But wouldn't that be a hoot? Just load up the car and program in where you want it to go and wish them a good journey!!

I saw this and mentally laughed. A few months ago, we had considered moving to NH, but didn't know how to transport them, and the whole self-driving Tesla sounded great! Tesla could even sponsor us if they wanted free publicity. The idea never happened, but it was funny to think about.

 

[Beer can]

As for the Tesla, I don't have one and don't want one. But wouldn't that be a hoot? Just load up the car and program in where you want it to go and wish them a good journey!!