a question about "blue lotion"

[b.hromada]

I went to our feed store today and picked up some Blue Lotion, made by the Farnam Company. My question is this, is this like Blu Kote? I asked the woman at the store about it, and she had no clue.

I've got a couple of hens moulting, and their feathers are TRYING to grow back, but the other stinkers keep plucking them out. Any advice, I'd would certainly appreciate it. Thanks..........

 

[purpletree23]

Go back and get Blu-Cote. I've heard that Blue Lotion stings.

 

[cassie]

Look on the label. If the active ingredient is gentian violet it is the same as BluKote but in a liquid (I believe) form.

 

[ERnoleGuy]

It is the same thing. And you may see the word "methyl violet", not gentian violet. They are the same exact thing. The term gentian violet refers to its color, as in the petals of the gentian flower.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gentian_violet

I've been using that exact brand on my polish's featherless head (thanks to my little cockerel with a Napoleon complex) and it has helped a lot.

 

[b.hromada]

Thanks so much everyone!! Yes, it does say Methyl violet. I thought it was Gentian Violet when I saw it. Good to know, they are the same thing.
Thanks again for all the help.

 

[ERnoleGuy]

b.hromada :

Thanks so much everyone!! Yes, it does say Methyl violet. I thought it was Gentian Violet when I saw it. Good to know, they are the same thing.
Thanks again for all the help.

I always feel odd giving out advice to someone with 3000 more posts than me, but it's glad to know my degree in biology has learned me somethin'... haha.​

 

[b.hromada]

Not to worry. I still have lots to learn. I'm just making sure I do it right, lol!!

 

[Buck Creek Chickens]

I like the lotion better its easier to use not so messy