Marek’s disease can be pervasive in chicken houses. Chickens infected by this highly contagious viral disease often develop tumors, become paralyzed and die. They can shed the virus through their skin ...

The Colorado Department of Agriculture (CDA) is urging livestock and poultry owners to remain vigilant and monitor their animals for symptoms of New World screwworm (NWS) and highly pathogenic avian ...

Each month, 200 random samples from poultry birds, along with 10 to 15 samples from horses, donkeys, and mules, are sent to ...

Whether you already have a backyard chicken coop or are considering investing in some chickens, news about bird flu might have you worried about the potential health risks. Here's what you need to ...

Human and animal health are closely linked, with many diseases shared between them. As our world becomes more developed and interconnected, the proximity between wild animals and humans is shrinking, ...