Genuine Avian Expertise
Our chicken vets have real clinical experience with poultry — not just small animal experience applied to birds. They know the diseases, the drugs, and the flock dynamics.
Avian-Experienced Chicken Vets
Online Chicken Vet — Expert Flock Care at Your Fingertips
Chicken vets are rare. Good ones are even rarer — and most don't offer same-day access. TelaVets is one of the only telemedicine platforms with avian-experienced veterinarians who know backyard flocks and the specific challenges of poultry health.
Licensed Vets
$65 Flat Fee
Same-Day Rx
24/7 Access
The gap in backyard chicken veterinary care
Why Backyard Chicken Owners Struggle to Find Vet Care
Avian-experienced vets — not general vets guessing at poultry health
Individual bird and whole-flock assessment via video
Respiratory infections, egg binding, bumblefoot, parasites, crop issues
Practical treatment guidance using accessible medications
Same-day appointments — no waiting weeks for an avian specialist
$65 flat fee — a fraction of specialist clinic visit costs
The backyard chicken movement has grown dramatically over the past decade — an estimated 13 million American households now keep chickens for eggs, companionship, or both. Despite this, the veterinary care infrastructure for chickens has not kept pace. Most general practice vets have limited training in poultry medicine, and avian specialist clinics are rare, expensive, and often hours away from rural areas where chickens are most commonly kept.
This leaves backyard chicken owners in a difficult position when their flock has health problems. A sick hen with a respiratory infection or a bird struggling with egg binding needs timely professional attention — but the nearest poultry-experienced vet might be an impractical distance away, and the internet offers a confusing mix of advice that's difficult to evaluate without clinical expertise.
TelaVets fills this gap. Our avian-experienced veterinarians consult with backyard chicken owners via video, assessing individual birds and flock health concerns with the kind of specific, practical expertise that's genuinely rare in the telemedicine space.
Why Backyard Chicken Owners Trust TelaVets
Individual & Flock Assessment
We assess individual affected birds via video and discuss flock-wide management strategies to prevent spread and support overall flock health.
Same-Day Access
Chicken health problems often escalate quickly — particularly respiratory infections and egg binding. Same-day consultations mean faster intervention.
Medication Guidance
Our vets advise on appropriate medications, withdrawal times for egg-laying hens, and flock-safe treatments that are practical for backyard use.
Egg-Withdrawal Advice
Critical for laying hens — our vets advise on egg withdrawal periods after medication so your flock's eggs remain safe to eat.
$65 Per Consultation
Far less than an avian specialist clinic visit, with the same expertise and same-day availability.
Chicken Health Issues We Help With
Comprehensive online avian care for backyard flocks
Our avian-experienced vets help with a wide range of chicken health concerns — from acute individual bird illness to whole-flock management questions.
Quality poultry veterinary care has historically been the exclusive domain of commercial agriculture. TelaVets makes that expertise accessible to backyard flock owners who care deeply about their birds.
Respiratory Infections
Wheezing, rattling, nasal discharge, and swollen sinuses — caused by Mycoplasma, IBV, or secondary bacterial infections. Spreads fast through flocks.
Egg-Laying Problems
Egg binding (emergency), soft shells, reduced production, egg peritonitis, and prolapsed vent — assessed and guided via video.
External Parasites
Red mites, northern fowl mites, scaly leg mites, and poultry lice — with treatment protocols using accessible products.
Bumblefoot
Foot pad infections (plantar pododermatitis) — assessed via video with step-by-step treatment guidance, soaking protocols, and antibiotic advice.
Crop Issues
Impacted crop, sour crop, and pendulous crop — assessed via video with management and treatment guidance.
Wound & Injury Care
Pecking injuries, aggressive flock behavior wounds, and minor trauma managed with guidance on cleaning, dressing, and isolation.
How TelaVets works for online chicken vet
Book your consultation
Select a same-day or next-available appointment online — no phone calls, no referrals. Weekend and holiday slots are available.
Connect with your licensed vet via video
Join a secure, encrypted video call with an experienced TelaVets veterinarian. They'll visually assess your pet, review their history, and ask targeted diagnostic questions.
Receive your treatment plan and prescriptions
Get a clear diagnosis, a personalised care plan, and same-day prescriptions if needed — with medication delivered to your door next business day.
Flock Management Tips From Our Avian Vets
Quarantine any new birds for a minimum of 30 days before introducing them to an established flock — respiratory diseases spread silently before symptoms appear.
Good coop ventilation is the single most important prevention measure against respiratory infections — ammonia buildup weakens respiratory immunity significantly.
Weigh individual birds monthly — weight loss is often the earliest indicator of internal illness in chickens before visible symptoms develop.
Inspect foot pads weekly in heavy breeds and birds on wire flooring — early-stage bumblefoot (Grade 1) is easily treated, late-stage may require intervention.
Keep a dedicated pair of boots and gloves for coop access — biosecurity reduces the risk of introducing pathogens from outside the flock.
What Our Pet Parents Say
Join thousands of happy pet parents who trust TelaVets for their furry family members care
"Fantastic service! My dog gets extremely anxious at the vet, so having a virtual appointment from home was a game-changer. The vet was kind and helpful, and getting his medication delivered the next day made the whole process stress-free and more affordable than going to the clinic."
DL
David Long
Verified Pet Parent
"The vet I spoke with Dr. Ricksaw was very knowledgeable and nice. He took the time to go through all of my options and ideas with me. Reassured me that all we were doing for my dog's anxiety was good and gave me a couple of new ideas as well."
CH
Courtney Hughes
Verified Pet Parent
"I would definitely use them again. I'm cat sitting for 2 weeks and needed to see a vet. I was so worried about the kitten. I used Televets the cat got his prescription and all is good. Excellent service!"
M
Maria
Verified Pet Parent
"Dr Corey was amazing, helpful, compassionate and well versed. I would highly recommend using this. It is so much easier than trying to get a 3 legged cat into a carrier, take him to a doctor's office and stress him out, love it!!!"
JG
Jackie Gardner
Verified Pet Parent
"I had a TelaVets Zoom appointment and couldn't be more impressed. They spent a lot of time with me, walking through every option to help my cat recover from her skin issues. I've also reached out about getting her medication through Chewy.com, and they've been extremely helpful every step of the way."
LD
Lara Durand
Verified Pet Parent
"Dr. Moppin is a dedicated professional who truly cares about his furry patients and their humans, too! It's such a relief that Dr. Cole took the time to listen and address my concerns thoughtfully. Thank you for taking care of our cats 🐈"
WW
Wanida Walker
Verified Pet Parent
"This service was amazing! My dog ran out of his medication before we were able to get in with a new vet and they were able to help get him a short term supply quickly. I would definitely use them again!"
AT
Amanda Tobias
Verified Pet Parent
"Knowledgeable, professional caring provider! Needed urgent Vet care on a weekend and TeleVet kept me from having to miss a day of work, as well as half the price of local weekend options. Thank you!"
JH
Jana Humble
Verified Pet Parent
"Dr. McGinnis was very knowledgeable and listened to my cat's issues. She addressed the problem and may have come up with an answer after 5 years of trying with local vet practices."
MK
Marilyn Kerr
Verified Pet Parent
"Fantastic service! My dog gets extremely anxious at the vet, so having a virtual appointment from home was a game-changer. The vet was kind and helpful, and getting his medication delivered the next day made the whole process stress-free and more affordable than going to the clinic."
DL
David Long
Verified Pet Parent
"The vet I spoke with Dr. Ricksaw was very knowledgeable and nice. He took the time to go through all of my options and ideas with me. Reassured me that all we were doing for my dog's anxiety was good and gave me a couple of new ideas as well."
CH
Courtney Hughes
Verified Pet Parent
"I would definitely use them again. I'm cat sitting for 2 weeks and needed to see a vet. I was so worried about the kitten. I used Televets the cat got his prescription and all is good. Excellent service!"
M
Maria
Verified Pet Parent
"Dr Corey was amazing, helpful, compassionate and well versed. I would highly recommend using this. It is so much easier than trying to get a 3 legged cat into a carrier, take him to a doctor's office and stress him out, love it!!!"
JG
Jackie Gardner
Verified Pet Parent
"I had a TelaVets Zoom appointment and couldn't be more impressed. They spent a lot of time with me, walking through every option to help my cat recover from her skin issues. I've also reached out about getting her medication through Chewy.com, and they've been extremely helpful every step of the way."
LD
Lara Durand
Verified Pet Parent
"Dr. Moppin is a dedicated professional who truly cares about his furry patients and their humans, too! It's such a relief that Dr. Cole took the time to listen and address my concerns thoughtfully. Thank you for taking care of our cats 🐈"
WW
Wanida Walker
Verified Pet Parent
"This service was amazing! My dog ran out of his medication before we were able to get in with a new vet and they were able to help get him a short term supply quickly. I would definitely use them again!"
AT
Amanda Tobias
Verified Pet Parent
"Knowledgeable, professional caring provider! Needed urgent Vet care on a weekend and TeleVet kept me from having to miss a day of work, as well as half the price of local weekend options. Thank you!"
JH
Jana Humble
Verified Pet Parent
"Dr. McGinnis was very knowledgeable and listened to my cat's issues. She addressed the problem and may have come up with an answer after 5 years of trying with local vet practices."
MK
Marilyn Kerr
Verified Pet Parent
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Licensed TelaVets vets treat a wide range of conditions online.
online chicken vet — frequently asked questions
Yes. Our chicken vets have genuine clinical experience with poultry and avian medicine — not small animal experience applied to birds. They understand the specific diseases, medications, withdrawal times, and flock management principles relevant to backyard chickens.
Respiratory infections (Mycoplasma, IBV), egg-laying problems (binding, peritonitis, soft shells), external parasites (mites, lice), bumblefoot, crop issues (impaction, sour crop), vent gleet, heat stress, and wound care can all be addressed via online consultation.
Egg binding can become life-threatening within 24-48 hours. If your hen is straining, lethargic, waddling, and hasn't laid in over 24 hours, book an urgent consultation immediately. Place her in a warm bath while you wait for the call — this can help relax the muscles. Our vets will guide you through immediate steps and advise on when in-person intervention is needed.
Our vets can provide treatment guidance and recommend appropriate medications available for backyard flock use. For individual birds, prescriptions may be possible where clinically appropriate. We also advise on egg withdrawal periods for all medications used in laying hens.
Good natural lighting works well. Hold your bird gently and calmly, showing the vet the affected area. For respiratory issues, move the phone close to hear breathing sounds. For foot problems, turn the bird upside down gently to show the foot pad. Our vets are experienced at guiding you through the examination via video.
Yes. We can assess the health of your entire flock through video, advise on biosecurity, management changes, and treatment protocols that apply flock-wide — not just individual bird treatment.
Book a chicken vet consultation today
Avian-experienced vets — same-day appointments — $65 per consult.