Pigeon parathyphoid is an infection that can cause disease in both birds and people. There are many strains that show differing abilities to cause disease. Generally the strains from pigeons are better adapted to pigeons whereas strains from psittacines, budgies and parrots, can cause severe disease in the bird and respiratory [Read More]
You may want to do a routine screen or start investigating a possible problem. This is to help you get started. Submission forms (PHPL1 & PHPL2) for bacteriology,yeast, bacterial sensitivity, worm eggs and coccidia and instructions – click here Droppings screen submission form, from £7 for one sample – click [Read More]
This Calculator is an aid to planning your Old Bird Season and Pairing up. This gives suggestions for feather mite control, paramyxo and paratyphoid vaccinations, canker treatments and laboratory checks to guide and streamline the treatment options. The small dash like object, bottom right of the entry field will give [Read More]
Worms are one of the commonest cause of poor performance. A simple screen will confirm whether or not you are controlling them. Contents Pigeon hairworm egg – Capillaria sp. Pigeon roundworm egg – Ascaridia columbae Pigeon coccidial oocysts – E.labbeana Last Revision: 06/04/13 Hairworm egg They can be brown or [Read More]