The Avian Influenza, the COVID-19 pandemic and the subsequent 3rd nationwide lockdown on January 5, 2021 have brought our rehoming efforts to a halt. Whilst we would like to be able to continue to rehome hens, at this time we have to act to protect our staff, volunteers and adopters alike — strictly within both the COVID-19 and DEFRA lockdown restrictions.
AVIAN INFLUENZA UPDATE, 07/12/2020
From 14th December 2020 a housing order comes into force across the UK. All poultry will need to be kept under cover, away from wild birds from that date until further government advice.
New DEFRA-approved Nettex Virocur disinfectant here to help flocks stay safe this winter. Make sure you’re ready for anything and check out the latest DEFRA-approved Nettex Virocur here.
Want to make your hens a special treat this Christmas? Join us in making a festive wreath for your hens this year, packed with yummy veg!
After receiving such a lovely fundraising donation from a holistic animal therapist, Martine, we thought we’d have an in-depth look into how she gets involved with the BHWT.
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