Animal Diseases

17th October 2022

An Avian influenza Prevention Zone has been declared across Great Britain making it a legal requirement for all bird keepers to follow strict biosecurity measures.

Further information can be found here:

Animal and Plant Health https://www.gov.uk/government/news/avian-influenza-prevention-zone-declared-across-great-britain

Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council  https://www.bcpcouncil.gov.uk/News/News-Features/Avian-flu/Avian-Influenza-Bird-flu.aspx

Dorset Council Animal disease advice https://www.dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/w/animal-disease-advice?p_l_back_url=%2Fsearch%3Fq%3Davian%2Bflu

 

Animal diseases which are of most concern to us in Dorset are those which are highly contagious and cause high fatality rates amongst our livestock or may infect people.

  • Foot and Mouth Disease
  • Rabies 

Impact

  • Damage to our agricultural and tourist economy
  • Mass cull / disposal of animal carcasses
  • Loss of livelihoods for farmers / farm workers / tourism
  • Public health risks  

Consequences

  • Increased food costs to consumers
  • Impact on businesses

Risk Rating: Medium

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