Henrietta Kodilinye-Sims

Henrietta Kodilinye-Sims BVetMed, PgDipVEPH, GCLT, MRCVS, is an experienced poultry veterinarian who focuses on improving the health and welfare of family poultry (pet and backyard). Her background as a hen owner, companion animal vet and commercial poultry vet provided the perfect experience for her roles as a practitioner and educator.

She is owner of Surrey Poultry Vet; co-owner of Happy Healthy Hens; senior lecturer at the University of Surrey School of Veterinary Medicine; commercial poultry consultant; Vet Record poultry editor; British Veterinary Poultry Association committee member and education lead; and Surrey Poultry Society veterinarian.

April
2023

Avian influenza: are you prepared to see pet poultry this season?

Henrietta Kodilinye-Sims aims to help all veterinary staff comply with the RCVS code in delivering first aid and emergency care to these birds.

November
2022

Ep 83: Pet poultry – don’t panic!

With an increasing number of people buying and caring for chickens – either for their eggs or purely as pets – Henrietta Kodilinye‑Sims addresses some of the challenges these plucky patients present.

3 mins

Pet poultry – don’t panic!

Chickens are being increasingly kept as pets – and with it comes the likelihood of presentations in practice. Henrietta Kodilinye‑Sims addresses some of the challenges – from identifying clinical signs to responsible prescribing in line with legislative requirements – as well as tips for nursing care plans…