[dollybird]

not needing a vet at moment but have been ringing round local vets to see if i can find one with at least some poultry knowledge,with out any sucess. after reading of possible problems hens can have i thought it wise to be prepared.does anyone know of one in sheffield or rotherham, if possible on a bus route ( non drivers), but not essentiel i can cadge a lift. thanks jackie

[joyfull]

Hi have you had a look at this section?

http://chat.allotment-garden.org/index.php?topic=26140.0

[beth123]

Hi

I live in the area and have too had trouble finding a vet.  The vet I take the dog too wont give out prescriptions even if you know what you need.  It is definitely a good idea to find a good vet first as I've only had my chickens 4 week and lost 3 out of the 4 already.  They were ill when we got them, you could say they were rescue.  I was thinking of trying Thornbury Animal Sanctuary as they take in farm animals so may know of a vet.  If I do manage to find any vets in the area I will let you know.

[dollybird]

thanks beth123 i hadnt thought of trying somewhere like thornbury animel sanctuary and another thought i have just had is dinnigton collage they have got a animal part to it with chickens so they might be able to give me a name of there vet. i will ring them after the half term break. i will also let you know if i find one, happy hunting. jackie

[compostqueen]

Chesterfield is not far from you and Chapel House Vets has a good poultry vet, if you can't find one nearer

[dollybird]

thank you will bear that in mind if i dont find one closer jackie