Chicken Veterinary Care

Chickens are curious, socially intelligent animals that make wonderful backyard companions. At The Unusual Pet Vets, we understand the unique needs of poultry and offer dedicated veterinary care tailored to chickens, whether you’re raising a flock for fresh eggs, companionship, or as beloved pets.

Expert Veterinary Services for Chickens

Our experienced chicken vets are well-versed in the common health concerns and preventative care needs of backyard chickens. We offer a comprehensive range of services to keep your feathered friends happy and healthy, including:

Health checks – Routine examinations to assess overall health and discuss husbandry and diet
Reproductive disease management – Diagnosis and treatment of common reproductive conditions such as egg binding, egg peritonitis, and ovarian or oviductal disease.
Foot and leg issues – Treatment of pododermatitis (bumblefoot), injuries, and mobility concerns.
Parasite prevention and control – Identifying and managing external and internal parasites, including mites, lice, and worms.
Diagnostics and surgery – In-house diagnostics and surgical options for more complex health issues.

Preventative Care and Flock Advice

Healthy chickens start with good husbandry. Our teams offer personalised advice to help you provide the best environment for your feathered friends. Whether you have one hen or a whole flock, we can assist with:

Enclosures and shelter
Nutritional guidance
Social and behavioural advice
Parasite control plans
Flock introductions

We also offer our FlockStart Package to support new chicken keepers with everything they need to get started on the right foot. Learn more.

Regardless of the type, each chicken is best treated by a trusted chicken veterinarian with in-depth knowledge of avian medicine.

Why Choose The Unusual Pet Vets?

The Unusual Pet Vets has a highly skilled team that keeps up to date with the best practices in nutrition, ideal bird home maintenance, care and treatment. In addition to medical care for your pets, we also offer professional advice, fact and care sheets, training courses, and documentation to ensure that your bird remains healthy and is well cared for.

Our team of avian veterinarians provides the latest in quality care and can help with:

Wing Clips & Beak trims

DNA and surgical sexing

General health check-ups including dietary or husbandry discussions

Experienced, highly-qualified team with a wealth of knowledge and expertise in dealing with all types birds

Behaviour analysis and discussion

Blood and faecal analysis

Advanced diagnostic imaging (x-rays, ultrasounds and CT)

High-tech laboratory and the latest equipment, including onsite surgical and anaesthesia facilities

When to Visit a Chicken Vet

Chickens are adept at hiding illness, so early intervention is key. You should book an appointment to visit a chicken vet if you notice:

Decreased appetite or egg production
Lethargy or abnormal behaviour
Difficulty walking or foot swelling
Changes in droppings or appearance
Respiratory signs like sneezing or nasal discharge

From chicks to mature hens, The Unusual Pet Vets are the trusted experts when it comes to poultry care. Contact us today to schedule an appointment and ensure your chickens receive expert veterinary attention at every stage of life. Read our Ultimate Guide to Caring for Pet Chickens for more tips!

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