Avian influenza in backyard poultry

The UK is at increased risk of avian influenza over the winter months, owing both to the flight paths of migratory birds and the ability of the virus to survive in the environment in low temperatures. The BSAVA has put together some advice to help backyard poultry owners protect their birds from avian influenza. This short collection draws together some of our existing content relating to both avian influenza and backyard poultry keeping to provide further guidance on the topic.