ABSTRACT: Chickens are now the sixth most popular pet, and rehomed commercial hens are the ideal starter hen for first-time hen keepers. They do, however, have their own specific issues, and sometimes knowing what is normal can help to establish the severity of a presenting condition. This article discusses the common conditions of pet hens and their treatment.

Author

Gaynor Davies rvn

Gaynor started working in practice in 1976 and qualified as a VN in January 1986. She worked in small animal practice in London for 32 years, 20 as Head Nurse, before moving to Devon in 2008. Gaynor joined the British Hen Welfare Trust as a volunteer and became Head of Operations in 2012.

Keywords: Feature, Pet hens

To cite this article: Veterinary Nursing Journal • VOL 31 (06) • June 2016 pp186-189

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