Resources
Here, you’ll find a directory of our downloadable resources. To find a specific topic, use the search bar at the top of the table and enter in a few keywords.
| Topic | Title | Short Description | Format | File Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Disease | Infectious Laryngotracheitis (ILT) | Fact sheet about ILT. Overview of signs, spread, and prevention, with practical biosecurity guidance. | Fact Sheet | WSFC_FactSheet_ILT |
| Disease | Marek’s Disease | Fact sheet about Marek’s disease. Overview of signs, spread, and prevention, with practical biosecurity guidance. | Fact Sheet | WSFC_FactSheet_Mareks |
| Disease | HPAI Avian Influenza | Fact sheet about HPAI. Overview of signs, spread, and prevention, with practical biosecurity guidance. | Fact Sheet | WSFC_FactSheet_HPAI |
| Disease | Bumblefoot | Fact sheet about bumblefoot. Overview of signs, spread, and prevention, with practical biosecurity guidance. | Fact Sheet | WSFC_FactSheet_Bumblefoot |
| Disease | Coccidiosis | Fact sheet about coccidiosis. Overview of signs, spread, and prevention, with practical biosecurity guidance. | Fact Sheet | WSFC_FactSheet_Coccidiosis |
| Disease | Lice + Mites | Fact sheet about lice and mites. Overview of signs, spread, and prevention, with practical biosecurity guidance. | Fact Sheet | WSFC_FactSheet_Lice&Mites |
| Disease | Mycoplasma | Fact sheet about Mycoplasma. Overview of signs, spread, and prevention, with practical biosecurity guidance. | Fact Sheet | WSFC_FactSheet_Mycoplasma |
| Disease | Salmonella | Fact sheet about Salmonella. Overview of signs, spread, and prevention, with practical biosecurity guidance. | Fact Sheet | WSFC_FactSheet_Salmonella |
| Disease | Infectious bronchitis virus (IBV) | Fact sheet about IBV. Overview of signs, spread, and prevention, with practical biosecurity guidance. | Fact Sheet | WSFC_FactSheet_IBV |
| Disease | Pullorum Disease & Fowl Typhoid | Fact sheet about pullorum disease and fowl typhoid. Overview of signs, spread, and prevention, with practical biosecurity guidance. | Fact Sheet | WSFC_Factsheet_PullorumTyphoid |
| Disease | Newcastle Disease | Fact sheet about Newcastle disease. Overview of signs, spread, and prevention, with practical biosecurity guidance. | Fact Sheet | WSFC_FactSheet_Newcastle |
| Disease | Infectious Coryza | Fact sheet about infectious coryza. Overview of signs, spread, and prevention, with practical biosecurity guidance. | Fact Sheet | WSFC_Factsheet_Coryza |
| Disease | Small Flock Care Checklist | Checklist of daily, weekly, monthly, and seasonal care tasks to keep small-flock birds healthy, productive, and safe | Brochure | Daily Checklist Brochure |
| Disease | Bird Health Checklist | Use this checklist to watch your birds daily, spot early signs of trouble, and keep your flock healthy. | Checklist | Bird Health Checklist |
| Basics | What to Know Before Getting Birds | Introductory facts new small-flock owners should understand before getting birds. | How-To Guide | Buy Backyard Birds_What to Know |
| Basics | Bird Care Basics | Introductory guide for new small-flock owners covering biosecurity, sourcing birds, brooding basics, coop setup, and nutrition by life stage. | Brochure | Bird Care Basics Brochure |
| Basics | Coop Basics | Help guide explaining key coop features, space needs, ventilation, predator protection, and daily care basics for small flocks. | How-To Guide | Coop Basics |
| Basics | Coop Basics (Brochure) | Visual guide showing what a good coop looks like, with simple tips on airflow, materials, nesting boxes, spacing, and basic coop setup | Brochure | Coop Basics Brochure |
| Basics | Bird Handling — Small Birds | Handling guidance specific to smaller poultry breeds. | Brochure | Smaller Bird Handling Brochure – CO |
| Basics | Bird Handling — Large Birds | Handling guidance for larger or heavier breeds. | Brochure | Large Bird Handling Brochure – CO |
| Basics | Healthy Egg Practices | Simple steps for collecting, cleaning, and storing eggs safely. | How-To Guide | Healthy Egg Practices FS |
| Basics | Mortality + Waste Management | How-to guide on managing coop waste and dead birds safely, with step-by-step cleaning, disposal options, and actions to take if disease is suspected. | How-To Guide | WSFC_FactSheet_Mortality_Waste |
| Basics | Coop Cleaning | Step-by-step guide on how to clean and disinfect a coop to reduce germs and disease. | How-To Guide | WSFC_FactSheet_Coop_Cleaning |
| Basics | Transporting + Selling Birds — Chart | Quick-reference chart showing testing, paperwork, and permit requirements for selling or moving birds in different situations. | How-To Guide | WSFC_FS_Transport_Sell Birds Chart |
| Basics | Transporting + Selling Birds — FAQ | Answers common questions about testing, paperwork, and planning when selling or moving birds across state lines. | How-To Guide | WSFC_FS_Transport_Sell_Birds_FAQ |
| Biosecurity | Biosecurity Bucket | Guide to building and using a biosecurity bucket, with step-by-step tips on tools, cleaning, and preventing germs from spreading. | How-To Guide | Bird Biosecurity Bucket |
| Biosecurity | Exhibition Biosecurity | Explains how to protect your flock before, during, and after shows by reducing disease risks at exhibitions. | How-To Guide | Exhibition Biosecurity |
| Biosecurity | Pests + Predators | Guide to common pests and predators, how to recognize their signs, and practical steps to keep them out of the coop. | How-To Guide | Pests and Predators |
| Biosecurity | Predator Chart | Quick-reference chart showing common predator signs, likely culprits, and prevention tips. | How-To Guide | Predators and their signs |
| Biosecurity | Biosecurity (NN) | Biosecurity checklist for small-flock owners with contact information for the Navajo Nation. | Brochure | NN Biosecurity Brochure |
| Biosecurity | Biosecurity (CO) | Biosecurity checklist for small-flock owners with contact information for Colorado. | Brochure | CO Biosecurity Brochure |
| Biosecurity | Biosecurity (NM) | Biosecurity checklist for small-flock owners with contact information for New Mexico. | Brochure | NM Biosecurity Brochure |
| Biosecurity | Biosecurity (WY) | Biosecurity checklist for small-flock owners with contact information for Wyoming. | Brochure | WY Biosecurity Brochure |