Lice

[Zack Saulness]

I have a lice problem, I have 35 chickens and the first four out of seven I’ve checked are all infested. What’s the best course of action? Their coop is a 10x12 shed and they have a dirt floor outdoor run. I’m in Washington State where the ground is wet so they don’t have many places to dust at the moment. Ideas?

 

[Debbie292d]

Hiya, and welcome to BYC!

Cute coop and chickens!

I would get a can of garden/permethrin powder and go in at night to treat. That way you can get them easier and no worries about the much for now. Be sure to dust under their wings and vent area. One idea is to put the powder in a women's nylon sock, then use that to pat the chicken down.

Do the coop as well, making sure to sprinkle some in the nest boxes, the floor, even the roosts.

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