Organic/Natural repellent

[RioLindoAz]

Do you really want to argue about this?
The reciepe says to put 1-1/2 cups of water and about 10-15 drops of Tea Tree Oil. It will not harm the birds!

dlhunicorn,
please read this: http://www.parliament.nsw.gov.au/Prod/Parlment/HansArt.nsf/V3Key/LA20051201042

If you want any more sources, feel free to ask me. Honestly, Dlhunicorn you seem so serious about this, why don't you go to Australia to see the millions of people who use Tea Tree Oil for thier poultry.


To all the people out there, I was just suggesting an organic reciepie that you an use every day for you and your poultry.

 

[dlhunicorn]

from that link:
..."... used as a topical antiseptic..."

This refers to its use as a disinfectant (like bleach or such)... and does nothing to address the known toxicity assoc with using tea tree oil on birds nor ingesting it.

Please direct your questions to gillian willis, toxicologist
[email protected]

additional info:
http://www.aspca.org/site/PageServer?pagename=pro_apcc_ask_misc&s_state=teatreeoil
(ASPCA/APCC-Animal Poison Control Center)
"...Tea tree, or Melaleuca alternifolia oil, does have toxic potential, depending on the circumstances of exposure. Clinical effects that may occur following dermal exposure to significant amounts of tea tree oil include loss of coordination, muscle weakness, depression, and possibly even a severe drop in body temperature, collapse and liver damage. If the oil is ingested, potential effects include vomiting, diarrhea and, in some cases, seizures. If inhalation of the oil occurs, aspiration pneumonia is possible. ....."

http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/natural/patient-teatreeoil.html

"....Animal research suggests that tea tree oil used on the skin in large quantities can cause serious reactions such as difficulty walking, weakness, muscle tremor, slowing of brain function, and poor coordination. When applied in the ears of animals, 100% tea tree oil has caused reduced hearing, although a 2% solution has not led to lasting changes in hearing. The effect of tea tree oil on hearing when used in the ears of humans is not known. ...."

http://www.beaverlakeah.com/site/view/63679_TeaTreeOil.pml
(Beaver Lake Animal Hospital)
"Tea Tree Oil - Do Not Use On Dogs or Cats
The following article was reproduced with promission from a newsletter published by ACCES.

Toxicology Brief Tea Tree Oil: Elizabeth B Davidow, DVM, DACVECC
Most of us have witnessed an increased desire among our clients to use "natural" and "herbal" products, rather than "chemicals" or "traditional medicine" in the care of their pets. Many people know of problems with chemicals or medications but the dangers of natural substances are often overlooked. A recent case that presented to ACCES illustrates this situation. A 1.5 yr old MN Boxer presented to the hospital with a sudden onset of severe muscle weakness. Earlier that day the owners had treated the dog with a "natural" product marketed for flea control (and other conditions), Tea Tree Oil.

Tea tree oil, or melaleuca oil, is derived from the leaves of the Australia tea tree (Melaleuca alternifolia). The oil contains cyclic terpenes, sesquiterpenes, and hydrocarbons. These compounds are lipophilic and are readily absorbed through the skin and into the subcutaneous fat. They are taken up by the blood stream and distributed throughout the body. According to National Animal Poison Control Center, the use of tea tree oil in dogs has been associated with hypothermia, muscle weakness, ataxia, tremors, altered behavior, paralysis. Cats are also sensitive to the tea tree oil compounds. A case report has been published in which three cats had clinical signs and one cat died after being treated with the oil.

Clinical signs usually occur within 2-8 hours from time of exposure. Most of the signs are reversible. Depending on the dose it may take 12-72 hours for them to resolve. Liver enzymes may become elevated but also appear to be reversible.

Recommendations for treatment of tea tree oil toxicity includes:
1) Dermal decontamination with a mild shampoo or detergent such as DawnTM.

2) Activated charcoal with sorbital for oral exposures and if the animal might have groomed and ingested a dermally applied product

3) IV fluids to increase diuresis and

4) Heat support as needed.

The boxer who presented to ACCES was bathed, given activated charcoal, placed on IV fluids and recovered full muscle strength within 24 hours."​