Offshoreorca
Whale Whisperer
That is exactly what I was thinking after researching endlessly! It is going to be a little bit warmer today (35 degrees) so the flock can stay out in the run today. My plan is to shut down & completely clean out & spray the coop first & then scoop out the run & spray each one with something to disinfect against any bacteria, lice, mites etc. Any suggestions on what to use? I bought a gallon pump sprayer, Tek-trol concentrate, Pi-Quat & Synergize (not to use all at once of course, they were on clearance for $5 per gallon so I bought them all). I also have poultry protector concentrate for when I might need it. Also tomorrow is the last day of the antibiotics my vet put them on so do you think I should treat them for parasites just in case? We now have a TSC 8 miles from us so I have access to much needed sullies now.
It would be worth it to make sure they are treated for parasites, as parasites cause stress and stress leads to illness. I would suggest treating for worms and externals - I'm in Canada so I have access to different medications from you, but we use Debantic 50 for externals and Aquasol for worms. Neither have an egg withdrawal period. The antibiotics are good for short-term use (so if you notice birds getting sick again), but long term there are some other solutions. You can get a vaccination for your birds. They will always be carriers, but it will keep them from getting sick. You'd have to first confirm that MG (or MS) is what you are dealing with - there should be a way to test where you live.
You sound like you have handle on the need to keep them healthy and in a good environment. I know someone who recently went through MG with her flock and has decided to keep them (but as a closed flock). If you have Instagram, you can check her out @may_blooms_acreage and look for the Mycoplasma highlight.