I live in a dungeon I swear. It's very dark inside. The bathroom actually has the best light in the house.
Washingtonians Come Together! Washington Peeps
- Thread starter Nifty-Chicken
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One of the things about this house I love big windows all over I wear
dark glasses morning to night, I have blackout curtains for my room
but have not put any up in sewing room yet and have extremely bright lights
keep them above or behind me but allow me to still sew the sun comes up in
the morning into the room and my bedroom so sewing is always later
mixedbreeds
Crowing
I can't imagin this would be a problem for anyone just an FYI
WDFW NEWS RELEASE
Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife
600 Capitol Way North, Olympia, WA 98501-1091
http://wdfw.wa.gov/
January 27, 2017
Contacts: Kyle Spragens, (360) 902-2522
Dr. Katie Haman, (360) 870-2135
Tests confirm outbreak of avian cholera
in dead ducks found near the Tri-Cities
YAKIMA – State and federal wildlife-diagnostic centers have confirmed an outbreak of avian cholera near the Tri-Cities, where more than 1,200 dead ducks have been reported in the past week.
The disease was confirmed in dead ducks found near Burbank, Wash., and tested by the USGS National Wildlife Health Center and the Washington Animal Disease Diagnostic Lab. The birds tested negative for avian influenza, a different disease fatal to waterfowl and other birds.
Avian cholera is caused by the bacterium Pasteurella multocida and is one of the most common diseases among ducks, geese and other wild North American waterfowl, said Katie Haman, a wildlife veterinarian at the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW).
"Humans are not at a high risk for infection with the bacterial strain causing avian cholera, though infections in humans are possible," Haman said. "We advise people to avoid handling sick or dead birds, and to report any they find."
Reports can be filed online (http://wdfw.wa.gov/viewing/observations/sgcn/), by email ([email protected]), or by calling 1-509-545-2201.
According to the USGS National Wildlife Health Center, the bacteria kill waterfowl swiftly, sometimes in as few as six to 12 hours after infection. Live bacteria released into the environment by dead and dying birds can subsequently infect healthy birds. Avian cholera is highly contagious and spreads rapidly through bird-to-bird contact, ingestion of food or water containing the bacteria, or scavenging of infected carcasses.
"As a result, avian cholera can spread quickly through a wetland and kill hundreds to thousands of birds in a single outbreak," said Kyle Spragens, WDFW waterfowl manager. "The bacteria are hardy and can survive in water for several weeks and in soil for several months."
WDFW and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service are working to minimize the spread of the disease through careful carcass collection and disposal to reduce the amount of bacteria in the environment.
Signs displayed by infected birds include lethargy, convulsions, swimming in circles, and erratic flight. They may also show mucous discharge from the mouth and nose, and soiling of the feathers around the vent, eyes, and bill.
Wildlife managers encourage waterfowl hunters in Walla Walla, Franklin, and Benton counties to clean and disinfect gear, such as waders and decoys to help minimize potential further spread of the bacteria.
A 10 percent bleach solution or warm soapy water can be used for disinfection. Leaving the gear in direct sunlight for several hours will also kill the bacteria. Waterfowl hunters are advised to use gloves when cleaning harvested birds, and if white spots are seen on the liver, err on the side of caution and discard the bird directly into a garbage bag.
Although bacteria from wild birds do not typically cause infections in mammals, dog owners should prevent contact between their pets and sick or dead birds encountered. Additionally, vehicles that have accumulated mud should be run through a commercial car wash.
For more information please visit: https://www.nwhc.usgs.gov/publications/field_manual/chapter_7.pdf and https://www.nwhc.usgs.gov/publications/fact_sheets/pdfs/cholera091102.PDF
Persons with disabilities who need to receive this information in an alternative format or who need reasonable accommodations to participate in WDFW-sponsored public meetings or other activities may contact Dolores Noyes by phone (360-902-2349), TTY (360-902-2207), or email ([email protected]). For more information, see http://wdfw.wa.gov/accessibility/reasonable_request.html.
This message has been sent to the WDFW News Releases & Weekender mailing list.
Visit the WDFW News Release Archive at: http://wdfw.wa.gov/news/
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WDFW NEWS RELEASE
Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife
600 Capitol Way North, Olympia, WA 98501-1091
http://wdfw.wa.gov/
January 27, 2017
Contacts: Kyle Spragens, (360) 902-2522
Dr. Katie Haman, (360) 870-2135
Tests confirm outbreak of avian cholera
in dead ducks found near the Tri-Cities
YAKIMA – State and federal wildlife-diagnostic centers have confirmed an outbreak of avian cholera near the Tri-Cities, where more than 1,200 dead ducks have been reported in the past week.
The disease was confirmed in dead ducks found near Burbank, Wash., and tested by the USGS National Wildlife Health Center and the Washington Animal Disease Diagnostic Lab. The birds tested negative for avian influenza, a different disease fatal to waterfowl and other birds.
Avian cholera is caused by the bacterium Pasteurella multocida and is one of the most common diseases among ducks, geese and other wild North American waterfowl, said Katie Haman, a wildlife veterinarian at the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW).
"Humans are not at a high risk for infection with the bacterial strain causing avian cholera, though infections in humans are possible," Haman said. "We advise people to avoid handling sick or dead birds, and to report any they find."
Reports can be filed online (http://wdfw.wa.gov/viewing/observations/sgcn/), by email ([email protected]), or by calling 1-509-545-2201.
According to the USGS National Wildlife Health Center, the bacteria kill waterfowl swiftly, sometimes in as few as six to 12 hours after infection. Live bacteria released into the environment by dead and dying birds can subsequently infect healthy birds. Avian cholera is highly contagious and spreads rapidly through bird-to-bird contact, ingestion of food or water containing the bacteria, or scavenging of infected carcasses.
"As a result, avian cholera can spread quickly through a wetland and kill hundreds to thousands of birds in a single outbreak," said Kyle Spragens, WDFW waterfowl manager. "The bacteria are hardy and can survive in water for several weeks and in soil for several months."
WDFW and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service are working to minimize the spread of the disease through careful carcass collection and disposal to reduce the amount of bacteria in the environment.
Signs displayed by infected birds include lethargy, convulsions, swimming in circles, and erratic flight. They may also show mucous discharge from the mouth and nose, and soiling of the feathers around the vent, eyes, and bill.
Wildlife managers encourage waterfowl hunters in Walla Walla, Franklin, and Benton counties to clean and disinfect gear, such as waders and decoys to help minimize potential further spread of the bacteria.
A 10 percent bleach solution or warm soapy water can be used for disinfection. Leaving the gear in direct sunlight for several hours will also kill the bacteria. Waterfowl hunters are advised to use gloves when cleaning harvested birds, and if white spots are seen on the liver, err on the side of caution and discard the bird directly into a garbage bag.
Although bacteria from wild birds do not typically cause infections in mammals, dog owners should prevent contact between their pets and sick or dead birds encountered. Additionally, vehicles that have accumulated mud should be run through a commercial car wash.
For more information please visit: https://www.nwhc.usgs.gov/publications/field_manual/chapter_7.pdf and https://www.nwhc.usgs.gov/publications/fact_sheets/pdfs/cholera091102.PDF
Persons with disabilities who need to receive this information in an alternative format or who need reasonable accommodations to participate in WDFW-sponsored public meetings or other activities may contact Dolores Noyes by phone (360-902-2349), TTY (360-902-2207), or email ([email protected]). For more information, see http://wdfw.wa.gov/accessibility/reasonable_request.html.
This message has been sent to the WDFW News Releases & Weekender mailing list.
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That nasty stuff is why my dogs are taught to chase geese and ducks away from anywhere I mow.
exactly why I have my runs covered and keep the food and water in the coop
Babybockbock
Chirping
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...psa to cover your rain barrels. My Brabanter hen, echo, got in to our rain barrel and drowned yesterday.
The barrel is now secure so it cannot happen again.
She was our only pullet out of a bad hatch....she was such a sweet bird </3
My 3 year old is ao upset.
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theceltichorse
Songster
Oh no! That's so sad. I'm sorry that you lost her!
My Brabanter hen, echo, got in to our rain barrel and drowned yesterday.
The barrel is now secure so it cannot happen again.
She was our only pullet out of a bad hatch....she was such a sweet bird </3
My 3 year old is ao upset.
sorry to hear that yes ours are covered...psa to cover your rain barrels.
My Brabanter hen, echo, got in to our rain barrel and drowned yesterday.
The barrel is now secure so it cannot happen again.
She was our only pullet out of a bad hatch....she was such a sweet bird My 3 year old is ao upset.
Elweirdo
In the Brooder
Hi everyone. I'm a newb in Gig Harbor. Been lurking and decided to join.
I've never had chickens but have always wanted to try raising a small flock for the eggs.
We just moved here, our new house has a coop, so I am learning.
I'm thinking 3 hens to start
What advice would you give someone just starting out?
I've never had chickens but have always wanted to try raising a small flock for the eggs.
We just moved here, our new house has a coop, so I am learning.
I'm thinking 3 hens to start
What advice would you give someone just starting out?
theceltichorse
Songster
WELCOME! I'm new as well. This group is amazing and you'll get lots of help and great advice. I got my chicks from Penny1960. They are now 7 and 8 weeks old. Advice? Build the biggest coop you can! Chicken Math is REAL and inescapable. LOL. Don't use a heat lamp due to fire risk. I bought the EcoGlow radiant heater for my chicks. You can also search "Mama Heating Pad" here on BYC. Junebuggena also can help as she uses them. Be prepared for how fast they grow!
Looking forward to getting to know you! I'm in Lacey.
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