Scaly leg mites & DE

[donna58]

Thanks can I get ivermectin at a feed store? Is that the standard dose. Rooster is losing weight.

 

[Egg Blues]

I'm wondering if anyone has tried boric acid for mites. It basically breaks down the exoskeleton of arthropods (insects, mites, spiders, etc.) upon contact, and is harmless to mammals, provided the acidity is not strong enough to cause an acid burn. It is sometimes used for antibacterial purposes in eye drops (in the proper concentrations), and some folk use it for a soothing foot bath.

I have used boric acid to kill ants and silverfish. They cannot become immune to it, so, provided they are in direct contact with it in some way, it will be effective. I mixed the powder with sugar water to feed the ants, and dipped paper in it, then dried it, for the silverfish. Cockroaches might be equally affected.

I've considered putting some boric acid into the sand where the chickens take their dust baths, but worried about them getting some into their eyes--and it can be strong enough that one would not wish to do that!

Has anyone actually tried this for mites, lice, etc.?

 

[McChooky]

I'm wondering if anyone has tried boric acid for mites. It basically breaks down the exoskeleton of arthropods (insects, mites, spiders, etc.) upon contact, and is harmless to mammals, provided the acidity is not strong enough to cause an acid burn. It is sometimes used for antibacterial purposes in eye drops (in the proper concentrations), and some folk use it for a soothing foot bath.

I have used boric acid to kill ants and silverfish. They cannot become immune to it, so, provided they are in direct contact with it in some way, it will be effective. I mixed the powder with sugar water to feed the ants, and dipped paper in it, then dried it, for the silverfish. Cockroaches might be equally affected.

I've considered putting some boric acid into the sand where the chickens take their dust baths, but worried about them getting some into their eyes--and it can be strong enough that one would not wish to do that!

Has anyone actually tried this for mites, lice, etc.?

Edit; Why risk these birds getting it on their face when they dust bath?

 

[Egg Blues]

A sarcoptic mite burrows in the skin .I don't see how it would kill them.

It would have to soak through the skin. Perhaps applying something like MSM (methylsulfonylmethane)/DMSO after applying the boric acid could chase it through the skin.

 

[McChooky]

Can I get the mites? My granddaughter wants to help and I really don’t want her to get. I started his first treatment yesterday.

They cant live on you, you can't "get" them but they bite .Have I been bitten ?They can be spread to other birds and flocks easily.I wouldn't let her help if she has birds.They can be carried home with her on her clothes and shoes.

 

[McChooky]

I throw my clothes straight in washer if I have been treating rooster. Sounds like my ducks can get mites also yikes.

I'm using oil on their face,combs,wattles,back,belly ,legs and feet and giving them Ivermectin once a week.

 

[McChooky]

I throw my clothes straight in washer if I have been treating rooster. Sounds like my ducks can get mites also yikes.

Put neem oil and dish detergent in warm water and soak the chickens 15 min once a week if they're itching all over

 

[Tookie]

Put neem oil and dish detergent in warm water and soak the chickens 15 min once a week if they're itching all over

I've used neem oil for mites and it works well! I mix 1 teaspoon of neem oil in a 1 pint spray bottle with water. Make sure to use warm water though so the oil doesn't separate. I spray around the vent area. The neem oil oils down the feathers and makes it harder for the mites to lay eggs.

 

[Egg Blues]

I would recommend sticking with a proven treatment rather than experiment with something unproven. I want something tried & true, no maybes or this or that sorry!

Welcome to the crowd! You're part of approximately 75% of the population who prefers tradition over innovation. I just happen to be one among the 25% who prefers thinking out of the box. If it weren't for the few, the majority would not enjoy the progress of inventions and the learning gained from experimentation. Naturally, it's your option to prefer the "tried and true." Each person has the liberty to choose.

But I also happen to be a biology teacher who enjoys chemistry. So my "experimentation" is not based on mere speculation, but on the understanding of the natural laws with which I am familiar.

 

[McChooky]

Welcome to the crowd! You're part of approximately 75% of the population who prefers tradition over innovation. I just happen to be one among the 25% who prefers thinking out of the box. If it weren't for the few, the majority would not enjoy the progress of inventions and the learning gained from experimentation. Naturally, it's your option to prefer the "tried and true." Each person has the liberty to choose.

But I also happen to be a biology teacher who enjoys chemistry. So my "experimentation" is not based on mere speculation, but on the understanding of the natural laws with which I am familiar.

Again, experiment if you like with your own birds but don't mock those of us who aren't as inclined to experiment with ours. Good day!