Hen Helpline Appeal

Whilst we lost the opportunity to help thousands of hens come out of their cages, we were able to focus on other ways to help. Such as our Hen Helpline, which you helped us fund through our appeal in May. Thank you, more than £14,000 has been raised. Below are just three examples of support we offer to hen keepers:

Supporters like 20 yr old Kirsty Ranson, who lives in Nottingham, has supported the charity since the age of 8 and is now studying at Nottingham Veterinary College to become a vet (hopefully specialising in avians!). Kirsty has fundraised for the charity on many occasions, but also used our Hen Helpline ever since she has kept hens (10 years); she told us what it means to her to have a helpful voice at the end of the phone:

“The BHWT Hen Helpline has been an absolute saviour over the past 10 years of owning chickens. I have always received prompt and thorough advice and reassurance about various health problems with my hens, from the friendly team at BHWT. Most recently, I enquired about Chilli who, with thanks to the continual guidance and support from Gaynor, enjoyed a few more valuable weeks of quality life.”

And then there’s Jackie Martin, whose daughter Emily loves spending time with the chickens.

Jackie needed support with toenail clipping, bedding advice and other tips which she was very grateful to be able to get quickly from Alison at Hen Central who was there when needed.

Donate and find out more about our Hen Helpline at www.bhwt.org.uk

Finally, just to give you a snapshot of what our Hen Helpline offers, Julie Eccleston is a regular user and this is what she told us:

“BHWT Hen Helpline is more than just helpful. Advice comes from experienced and knowledgeable people whose whole interest is around the health of hens. Extra handy hints and tips are free too.”

It’s not too late to donate to our Hen Helpline Appeal, helping us to help hens well into their retirement.