Chickens losing feathers

[Wyorp Rock]

Thank you for this video!! I think I know what the problem is! I have 11 chickens and about 8 of them have been affected with the mites. I have been using the diatomaceous earth but not liberally enough. Any idea of how long it will take for the chickens to grow their feathers back?

Hi @rdadams88 Welcome To BYC
If they have an active infestation, it would be better to use a Permethrin based poultry dust or spray to eliminate the mites. Treat the chickens, clean out and treat your coop as well - repeat in 7-10days or follow the label on your product.

Feather loss can be caused by a number of things - if the feather shaft is still in the skin, then the feathers will not grow back until the birds molt.

http://www.backyardchickens.com/t/1151513/pesticides-approved-for-poultry

 

[sassysarah]

They should get their feathers back around molting time

 

[rdadams88]

Hi @rdadams88 Welcome To BYC
If they have an active infestation, it would be better to use a Permethrin based poultry dust or spray to eliminate the mites. Treat the chickens, clean out and treat your coop as well - repeat in 7-10days or follow the label on your product.

Feather loss can be caused by a number of things - if the feather shaft is still in the skin, then the feathers will not grow back until the birds molt.

http://www.backyardchickens.com/t/1151513/pesticides-approved-for-poultry

Thank you so much for this information I will definitely follow your advice and look for this product. RHONDA