Post by barrieshutt on Nov 1, 2011 14:16:15 GMT
Salmonella
Salmonella food poisoning is a bacterial food poisoning caused by the Salmonella bacterium. It is found in poultry, eggs, unprocessed milk and in meat and water. It may also be carried by pets including birds.
Infection results in the swelling of the lining of the stomach and intestines (gastroenteritis)
Chronic carriers are rare in humans but prevalent in animals and birds.
A sick bird suffering from salmonella may appear thin, fluffed up, lethargic and may have swollen eyelids.
Some infected birds may show no outward symptoms but are carriers of the disease and can spread the infection to other birds.
The risk of transmission is greatest in the aviary where large numbers of birds gather at feeding and water stations, dirty seed and water containers can cause an outbreak.
Most infected birds die if they have a low immune system or are elderly.
Salmonellas are transmitted by faecal contamination of food and water by sick birds, though it can also be transmitted by bird-to-bird contact.
Salmonella is a common cause of mortality in feeder birds, i.e. at breeding times.
Personal hygiene is very important when we are handling dead and sick birds; always wash your hands well before entering the birdroom.
Keep all feeding utensils and water containers free from droppings.
I have three sets of feed and water containers and at least one of these is normally soaking in a solution of clean water and f10sc disinfectant. .
If you suspect a salmonella infection take a bird and a sample of its droppings to an avian vet ASAP. Your vet will test a sample of the droppings and can then identify the bacteria.
Your avian vet may then prescribe a suitable antibiotic.
Provided clean conditions, good nutrition and a stress-free environment
Infection results in the swelling of the lining of the stomach and intestines (gastroenteritis)
Chronic carriers are rare in humans but prevalent in animals and birds.
A sick bird suffering from salmonella may appear thin, fluffed up, lethargic and may have swollen eyelids.
Some infected birds may show no outward symptoms but are carriers of the disease and can spread the infection to other birds.
The risk of transmission is greatest in the aviary where large numbers of birds gather at feeding and water stations, dirty seed and water containers can cause an outbreak.
Most infected birds die if they have a low immune system or are elderly.
Salmonellas are transmitted by faecal contamination of food and water by sick birds, though it can also be transmitted by bird-to-bird contact.
Salmonella is a common cause of mortality in feeder birds, i.e. at breeding times.
Personal hygiene is very important when we are handling dead and sick birds; always wash your hands well before entering the birdroom.
Keep all feeding utensils and water containers free from droppings.
I have three sets of feed and water containers and at least one of these is normally soaking in a solution of clean water and f10sc disinfectant. .
If you suspect a salmonella infection take a bird and a sample of its droppings to an avian vet ASAP. Your vet will test a sample of the droppings and can then identify the bacteria.
Your avian vet may then prescribe a suitable antibiotic.
Provided clean conditions, good nutrition and a stress-free environment