Which two diseases typically require a negative blood test result before showing poultry?

A negative blood test result is crucial for Avian Influenza and Pullorum Typhoid because both are serious infectious diseases that can significantly impact bird health and are transmissible to other birds.

Avian Influenza, commonly known as bird flu, can lead to severe respiratory issues and high mortality rates in poultry. Testing ensures that infected birds do not enter show environments, helping to protect the health of all birds present.

Pullorum Typhoid is another bacterial disease that affects poultry. Pullorum disease can result in high mortality rates in young birds and can affect the growth and production of adult birds. Testing for this disease guarantees that any potential carriers are identified and removed from the population before showing, thus preventing outbreaks.

Both of these diseases pose serious risks to poultry health, and many show organizations require proof of negative test results as a precaution to maintain biosecurity and animal welfare.