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Small US Flocks and the Avian Flu


Small flocks are among the most isolated of animals with regard to Avian Influenza, according to Dr. Rob Porter, veterinary pathologist for the Wisconsin Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory. Right now, since there is no H5N1 Avian Influenza on this continent, there is no danger that they will be infected.

Killing healthy birds to avoid the remote possibility of future infection is unjustified. Small flock owners are encouraged to contact the SPPA, christine.heinrichs@gmail.com, 608-243-8178, if their flocks are threatened. Ask for time to get a second opinion. SPPA will do all it can to help you.

Posted by: Donna Putney at Tuesday August 12, 2008 01:37 PM
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This market is part of the Locally Grown Network. More information about how your market or farm can also use this system can be found at www.locallygrown.net.