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Yes, if you own chickens long enough, eventually, you will battle lice or mites. For me, it was mites during a Winter (a January/February) several years ago & it took a mammoth effort to get rid of them. In the Fall, I have flocks of wild birds from all over the place everywhere so you do have to check. Always check the roosters first because they are a little less fastidious than the hens & they will always be alflicted. I also remember it being a very wet/damp time span.
I check mine often and haven't found any yet.
Your post though has made me a little nervous. Damp and wet and lots of birds still around.
Oh please no.........don't let this happen!
Oh, but I've also dusted lately, so hope that helps.
Yes, if you own chickens long enough, eventually, you will battle lice or mites. For me, it was mites during a Winter (a January/February) several years ago & it took a mammoth effort to get rid of them. In the Fall, I have flocks of wild birds from all over the place everywhere so you do have to check. Always check the roosters first because they are a little less fastidious than the hens & they will always be alflicted. I also remember it being a very wet/damp time span.
I check mine often and haven't found any yet.
Your post though has made me a little nervous. Damp and wet and lots of birds still around.
Oh please no.........don't let this happen!
Oh, but I've also dusted lately, so hope that helps.
