[jobson336]

hi,

some very nice pigeons/doves have arrived and taken refuge in the chicken coop with my girls.
they have made a nest and laid 2 eggs which they are sitting on.

Does anyone know if my chickens are at risk of any health issues if they share the coop with the pigeons?

im happy for them to stay but only if they are not going to cause a problem for my hens!!
thanks
scott  

[Honeysuckle]

I think worms maybe an issue  but I'm sure someone with more experience / knowledge will be along soon to answer your question 

[8doubles]

I would not worry about worms which are easily controlled. Feral or pet birds that mix with feral pigeon are exposed to many nasty diseases which your hens may catch , Newcastle disease being one of them.
I would not allow them to live with my hens as disease transfer in the coop is very likely.

[jobson336]

thanks, i think i will look to find the pigoens a new home, as lovley as they are i dont want them to infect my girls.