Avian Empire Blog
Red Mite in Chickens | Complete Treatment & Pre...
Red mites (Dermanyssus gallinae) are a common problem for backyard flocks. These tiny blood-sucking parasites cause stress, anaemia, feather damage, poor egg laying, and make birds more vulnerable to illness....
Red Mite in Chickens | Complete Treatment & Pre...
Red mites (Dermanyssus gallinae) are a common problem for backyard flocks. These tiny blood-sucking parasites cause stress, anaemia, feather damage, poor egg laying, and make birds more vulnerable to illness....
Natural Approaches to Canker Management in Birds
Canker (avian trichomoniasis) is a serious protozoan disease that causes obstructive lesions in birds, especially pigeons and doves. While drugs remain the mainstay of treatment, rising resistance and residue concerns...
Natural Approaches to Canker Management in Birds
Canker (avian trichomoniasis) is a serious protozoan disease that causes obstructive lesions in birds, especially pigeons and doves. While drugs remain the mainstay of treatment, rising resistance and residue concerns...
What the DE?! A Review of Current Literature on...
If you’ve dealt with poultry red mites (Dermanyssus gallinae), you know how persistent and frustrating they can be. These blood-sucking pests hide in the cracks and crevices of coops and feed...
What the DE?! A Review of Current Literature on...
If you’ve dealt with poultry red mites (Dermanyssus gallinae), you know how persistent and frustrating they can be. These blood-sucking pests hide in the cracks and crevices of coops and feed...
The Inner Life of a Chicken | What Science Reve...
Have you ever felt judged? Not by a fellow human being, nor by the silent disapproval of a neighbour across the fence, but by a creature draped in feathers… watching...
The Inner Life of a Chicken | What Science Reve...
Have you ever felt judged? Not by a fellow human being, nor by the silent disapproval of a neighbour across the fence, but by a creature draped in feathers… watching...
Canker in Pigeons | 7 Symptoms to Watch For
Pigeons, often admired for their beauty and symbolism, are susceptible to various health issues, and one of them is canker, scientifically known as Trichomoniasis. Canker is a protozoan infection that...
Canker in Pigeons | 7 Symptoms to Watch For
Pigeons, often admired for their beauty and symbolism, are susceptible to various health issues, and one of them is canker, scientifically known as Trichomoniasis. Canker is a protozoan infection that...
Milk Thistle for Birds: Liver Support & Silymar...
Milk thistle (Silybum marianum) is a plant that contains a mixture of active compounds known as silymarin. Silymarin is the primary component responsible for the therapeutic properties of milk thistle. It...
Milk Thistle for Birds: Liver Support & Silymar...
Milk thistle (Silybum marianum) is a plant that contains a mixture of active compounds known as silymarin. Silymarin is the primary component responsible for the therapeutic properties of milk thistle. It...
Sam's Monthly Blogs
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Monthly Avian Insights with Dr Sam Hurley (July...
When a chicken suddenly becomes paralysed, Marek's disease is often the first concern. This month, Dr Sam Hurley explores Marek's disease, Marek's-like neuropathies, supportive care, recovery potential, and why not...
Monthly Avian Insights with Dr Sam Hurley (July...
When a chicken suddenly becomes paralysed, Marek's disease is often the first concern. This month, Dr Sam Hurley explores Marek's disease, Marek's-like neuropathies, supportive care, recovery potential, and why not...
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Monthly Avian Insights with Dr Sam Hurley (June...
Winter is when small flock issues can quickly become major problems. Wet weather, muddy ground, worms, mites and respiratory disease are all far more common during colder months, making prevention especially...
Monthly Avian Insights with Dr Sam Hurley (June...
Winter is when small flock issues can quickly become major problems. Wet weather, muddy ground, worms, mites and respiratory disease are all far more common during colder months, making prevention especially...
