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Conditions and Diseases 36
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 Biosecurity and the Poultry FlockBiosecurity and the Poultry Flock
 This article explains what biosecurity is, how poultry diseases spread, how to limit viral diseases and why biosecurity is so important today. [PDF]
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Biosecurity for PoultryBiosecurity for Poultry
 Information on setting up a biosecurity program in order to ensure a healthy flock.
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Cannibalism by PoultryCannibalism by Poultry
 This article outlines the causes, control and prevention of cannibalistic behavior among poultry, including the trimming of beaks as a preventative measure.
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Control of Poultry Disease OutbreaksControl of Poultry Disease Outbreaks
 Outlines the procedures to take if disease is suspected in a flock and how to make use of laboratory services to enable proper diagnosis.
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Control of Pullorum and Typhoid through Participation in the National Poultry Improvement PlanControl of Pullorum and Typhoid through Participation in the National Poultry Improvement Plan
 This article explains how taking part in this national plan can help prevent egg-transmitted diseases gaining hold in small flocks.
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Fact Sheet: Poultry Diseases and Medication for Small FlocksFact Sheet: Poultry Diseases and Medication for Small Flocks
 Gives guidance on simple treatments for common diseases, a vaccination schedule for replacement pullets and advice for the treatment of external and internal parasites.
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A Guide for Managing Poultry InsectsA Guide for Managing Poultry Insects
 Poultry can be infested with a variety of insects and mites that feed on skin debris, feathers and blood. This article describes them and suggests possible treatments.
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Performing a Physical Exam on a ChickenPerforming a Physical Exam on a Chicken
 This illustrated account describes how to restrain and calm the bird, and what signs of health to look for.
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Poultry Necropsy BasicsPoultry Necropsy Basics
 A post-mortem dissection of a dead bird may help establish the cause of death. This illustrated article explains the procedure.
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Preventative Medicine for Backyard Poultry FlocksPreventative Medicine for Backyard Poultry Flocks
 Most common diseases and parasites can be avoided through proper management, feeding and sanitation. This article will explain how diseases occur in chickens and offer tips for disease prevention.
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Prevention of Rodent Infestations in Poultry FlocksPrevention of Rodent Infestations in Poultry Flocks
 DEFRA provides a voluntary code of practice for poultry farmers, covering the significance of rodents in the spread of disease, assessing the situation and the different means of control available. [PDF]
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Preventive Medicine for Backyard ChickensPreventive Medicine for Backyard Chickens
 Provides information to flock owners as to how diseases can occur, with advice on prevention.
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Protect Your Birds from the Risk of DiseaseProtect Your Birds from the Risk of Disease
 DEFRA provides information on biosecurity for poultry flocks. [PDF]
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Vaccination GuideVaccination Guide
 The American Poultry Association provides a schedule of vaccinations for chicks and growing fowls.
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Veterinary Surveillance: PoultryVeterinary Surveillance: Poultry
 Provides information on the UK poultry industry and about keeping a look out for infectious diseases, those that can cause disease in humans and those that cause economic loss to farmers.
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