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I had a two year old chicken die in the coop yesterday. I put her in the freezer to dispose of when we went to the dump. Today I realized I should h...
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Avian Bird Flu #892923
Asked February 21, 2025, 12:50 PM EST
I had a two year old chicken die in the coop yesterday. I put her in the freezer to dispose of when we went to the dump. Today I realized I should have had her
tested for avian bird flu. Can I bring the hen to you for testing? I live in Dillard, OR.
Mary Nyquist
Douglas County Oregon
Expert Response
I recommend you immediately call the OR Dept of Agriculture line set up for this. I've copied from the ODA website:
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If you find a sick or dead bird, don't touch it, report it!
For domestic birds:
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