mamahen amateur
In the Brooder
A few days ago I got 4 x 12 week old pullets. One was looking a bit slow with tail down. On inspection I saw what looked like a lot of lice crawling around her vent and breast. I checked another pullet and same thing. I've read books and other forums and there is so much conflicting advice! I've had DE in the new coop for a few weeks now. Yesterday I sprinkled the Pullets with DE. Now I hear DE is not effective and bad for their respiratory system. Pestene is also advised - then advised against. Then others advise Eprinex, Ivermectin and Cydectin - topical drops. Then other's say its not effective. I live in New Zealand and can't find anyone thus far to advise me. Not keen on getting a retailer's advice as they just tell you to buy what they sell - which is how I got DE.
What have you used that has been effective in getting rid of lice? Also, should I be cleaning out the coop and painting it with DE and Citronella Oil or Neem Oil? I am using deep little method with wood shavings and straw dusted with DE. Thanks for any advice!
What have you used that has been effective in getting rid of lice? Also, should I be cleaning out the coop and painting it with DE and Citronella Oil or Neem Oil? I am using deep little method with wood shavings and straw dusted with DE. Thanks for any advice!