12/08/2026
‼️BIRD FLU UPDATE‼️
With the increasing detection of bird flu we are asking the community to be more vigilant in their own protection, protection of others and pets.
Ag Vic has suggested housing chicken flocks of over 50 indoors to limit the chance of exposure to wild birds
We are also asking members of the public to be on the lookout for unwell birds, especially groups or multiple dead birds and report to the 24/7 Emergency Animal Disease Hotline immediately on 1800 675 888.
If wildlife does need to come to the clinic PLEASE CALL THE CLINIC FIRST so we can triage and assess over the phone if we should be seeing the animal. As such, birds may not be permitted into the clinic and rather, may be seen in our equine facility.
If you do have a sick pet bird or chicken, we will do our best to still see and treat your bird, but some adaptations may need to be accounted for.
We thank you all for understanding.