Have you treated for fauvus or mange? Fauvus is fungal; mange is (I believe) caused by microscopic mites that burrow into the skin. Pretty sure that both require long-term treatment to clear the condition.
What do you use for nest boxes? Is there a top to them? If not, get a box and cut out one end, then upend it over the nest so that it looks like a covered cat box. If they already have a top, or that doesn;t help enough, you can tack lightweight material (such as an old dishcloth or towel) to...
Speaking about ear mites, my vet said treat for three days in a row, not for three days, then treat for three days, off for three days, treat for three days then you;re done. Not sure eactly how that plays out to other mites and lice, but it does sound like a plan. Using a product that...
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The ivermectin, regardless of how ingested (orally or through the skin or injected) becomes systemic in the bird. So yes, residue may make it into the eggs. Depending on the particular brand and exact formulation, the withdrawal time for meat and milk can vary. IT IS NOT TESTED ON...
There are a number of different types of lice and mites that affect poultry, and some are microscopic. Depending on the number of birds you have, the best treatment is to give each one a bath in a dog flea/tick shampoo with an insect growth regulator. Then treat with ivermectin while they are...