Chicken Hatchery Australia · Backyard poultry guide
What’s the best way to move house with chickens?
Prepare secure housing at the destination before moving birds. Ask about any relevant interstate or disease-control movement requirements, and choose suitable weather and safe ventilated carriers. Avoid unnecessary stops and overheating. Keep familiar feed and water arrangements ready on arrival, and monitor the flock closely as it settles into the new space.
Plan a short, safe journey
Prepare the destination before loading birds and use suitable ventilated carriers. Do not box hens overnight simply to make catching easier. Check weather, route and relevant movement requirements and ask a vet about birds with special needs.
