Will bird flu become the next pandemic? What comes next for backyard flocks and the people near them

With backyard chickens driving 37% of active bird flu cases, here's what every flock owner needs to know now.

Backyard chickens make up 37% of active bird flu cases. Here's what that means for you and your flock

Bird flu is back, and your backyard chickens could be at risk. Here's how to spot it and keep them safe.

Backyard chickens make up one-third of active US bird flu cases. Here's what that means for your flock

Backyard chickens make up one-third of active US bird flu cases. Here's what that means for your flock. Courtesy of Campus ...

Common Backyard Animals You Might Not Realize Are Legally Protected

With the weather warming up, you might see lots of different animals show up in your yard for shade or water. Here are the ...

Bird flu is deadly for backyard chickens—and even cats. A vet expert explains

The deadly H5N1 strain of bird flu has been found in seabirds in two Australian states. But don't be fooled by the name: This ...
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A New Way for Outdoor Healing: How Backyard Birdwatching Reduces Stress and Improves Mental Well-being

Modern life is sometimes overwhelming. People get busy, distracted by electronic devices, and stressed out all the time. For ...

6 Surprising Foods You Should Never Feed Backyard Birds

Just as it's not safe for us to eat expired foods, it's also not good for wild birds to eat birdseed that's expired. Doing so ...

Backyard chicken owners are starting to worry about the quiet return of the avian influenza. Here’s why

If you own a flock of backyard chickens, your flock is directly in the line of fire. The United States is in the middle of ...
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Urban Nature Store Reaches 10 Locations as More Canadians Embrace Backyard Birding

Urban Nature Store, a Canadian retailer focused on birding and nature products, has opened its tenth store, continuing its commitment to serve local communities across Canada. Founder Paul Oliver ...

First suspected bird flu case in NSW, as state ramps up surveillance

The dead seabird was found by a member of the public at Hawks Nest on the NSW Mid North Coast. The risk to humans remains low ...

Backyard chickens are now America's third most common pet. Here's how to start your own flock

No farm? No problem. Here's exactly how to build a chicken coop and raise healthy hens in a regular backyard.

Idaho dairies under quarantine as bird flu spreads, officials urge biosecurity measures

While bird flu has historically come from migrating wild waterfowl, the strain circulating in Idaho is spreading primarily ...