Veterinary - Poultry Complaints

The NCDA&CS Veterinary Division has the authority to take legal action on poultry complaints that fall within the following 2 categories:

Poultry at Large

(02 NCAC 52B .0607)

Proper compost pile showing temperature probe

Improper Disposal of Animal Mortality

(§NCGS 106-403, § 106‑549.7, 02 NCAC 52C .0102)

If you feel your complaint qualifies, please contact us via the information at the bottom of this page.

For all avian welfare related complaints, please contact your local county animal control office.
The USDA may also be an appropriate route for your welfare concern once you have reviewed the Animal Welfare Act Standards for Birds to ensure the birds in question qualify.

Questions? Contact us at:

NCDA&CS – Veterinary Division, Poultry Health Programs
Email (preferred): vetpoultry@ncagr.gov
Phone: (919) 707-3250 opt 2 or (919) 707-3365