Poultry antibiotics

[Folly's place]

I keep Gordon's permethrin concentrate, because mites are something that shows up in my flock occasionally. If a bird is injured, I'll get meds as needed for that individual. Coccidiosis hasn't been a problem on my farm, fortunately!
I keep a closed flock and am very careful about biosecurity.
I don't keep any other meds specifically for the chickens; no electrolytes in the water, no herbal whatevers, just good food and a good environment. Mary

 

[Neeser Fam]

Btw..I do not think it is a good idea to feed electrolytes daily.
Maybe only during times of severe heat, during a healing time and stressful times.

I only give vitamins dailey, the Silkies have a higher vitamin need. Electrolytes I give when really hot or they've been to shows

 

[Neeser Fam]

These two are great to have on hand too.
One for injuries and the other for lice and or mites.View attachment 1166037View attachment 1166038

I just bought Poultry Protctor which is similar to the first one. I’ll look into the other. Do you treat on a regime for prevention?

 

[Kiki]

Poultry Protector is not similar to the first one.
I would return it and buy a spray that has permethrin in it.

 

[Neeser Fam]

Poultry Protector is not similar to the first one.
I would return it and buy a spray that has permethrin in it.

I was told it is but with out the chemicals. Curious your thoughts on the difference

 

[Folly's place]

The difference is that one works, and the other doesn't. And everything is 'chemicals'! Mary

 

[Folly's place]

Sorry, that was short, and harsh. But anything that kills insects is, by it's nature, toxic, and the data sheet on the main claimed ingredient in Poultry Protector talks about skin, eye, and respiratory irritation. That's no surprise! I'd rather spend my time, money, and product use, on something more effective with fewer applications. Mary

 

[Neeser Fam]

The difference is that one works, and the other doesn't. And everything is 'chemicals'! Mary

Ok. Was just looking for input.

 

[Neeser Fam]

Sorry, that was short, and harsh. But anything that kills insects is, by it's nature, toxic, and the data sheet on the main claimed ingredient in Poultry Protector talks about skin, eye, and respiratory irritation. That's no surprise! I'd rather spend my time, money, and product use, on something more effective with fewer applications. Mary

Ok. T

Sorry, that was short, and harsh. But anything that kills insects is, by it's nature, toxic, and the data sheet on the main claimed ingredient in Poultry Protector talks about skin, eye, and respiratory irritation. That's no surprise! I'd rather spend my time, money, and product use, on something more effective with fewer applications. Mary

Sorry, that was short, and harsh. But anything that kills insects is, by it's nature, toxic, and the data sheet on the main claimed ingredient in Poultry Protector talks about skin, eye, and respiratory irritation. That's no surprise! I'd rather spend my time, money, and product use, on something more effective with fewer applications. Mary

Ok thank you. I'm not opposed to chemicals, was only asking for opinions. Thanks for the input.

 

[casportpony]

Corid is a good one to have just in case, but almost all water soluble antibiotics need a prescription now, so rather than stock up with a bunch antibiotics, I think people should locate a vet that's willing to see poultry and set aside an emergency vet fund of at least $125.