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Infectious Bronchitis is a viral respiratory illness among chickens. Infectious bronchitis is not limited to only the respiratory system, also affecting the gastrointestinal tract. Severity and mortality rate will depend on the chicken's age, diet, levels of stress and overall health at time of infection.
Infectious bronchitis is caused by the coronavirus. This virus spreads rapidly throughout the chicken coop via air, clothing and equipment and contact. Chickens who are older, or in poorer health will quickly succumb to infection. Chicken coops with low ventilation, or with a higher density have a higher rate of infection. Diagnosing infectious bronchitis can only be certainly done via pathology testing
As soon as your chicken shows symptoms it is important to isolate and treat the chicken with electrolytes. While there is no formal treatment, Infectious Bronchitis is sometimes treated with antibiotics to prevent secondary infection. Below is a plan for your chicken coop to combat this infection:
