Pros & Cons of Having a Pet Chicken

Girl holding a pet chicken.

“With a cluck cluck here and a cluck cluck there,” chickens have hen-pecked their way into mainstream society, from the cities to the countryside—and everywhere in between. At Ten West Bird & Animal Hospital, bird health is one of our specialties, and we’re pleased to provide quality veterinary services for domesticated poultry like pet chickens.

If you’re thinking of adding pet chickens to your property, you’ve come to the right place. In this blog, we offer the nitty gritty on the pros and cons of keeping pet chickens.

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For the Birds: The Importance of Avian Wellness Exams

Most people understand the importance of bringing their dog or cat to the vet periodically to check in, even if their pets are healthy. Dogs and cats require vaccinations, need parasite prevention, and benefit from regular screening tests, physical examinations, and wellness care.

Bird lovers aren’t off the hook when it comes to preventive care! Ten West Bird & Animal Hospital thinks that those of the feathered persuasion are just as important as other pets. Avian wellness exams are essential for maintaining your bird’s health and well-being.

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