Jen&Rog Posted July 18, 2011 Share Posted July 18, 2011 Hello Omleteers To my horror I discovered we have a red mite infestation, the first time in many years of hen keeping. It has been so long since I used the Barrier powder that the label has fallen off! Can anyone give me a brief explanation of any precautions I should take when dusting the hens (e.g. am I to wear gloves, a mask, keep it away from their food and water, how often can I use it? etc). I can get some basic info online, so I know I need to dust them just before bed, but that's about it! Thanking you in advance, Jennie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chucky Mama Posted July 19, 2011 Share Posted July 19, 2011 Googled Barrier Instructions are on their website Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green Tea Posted July 19, 2011 Share Posted July 19, 2011 Regarding dusting the birds ..... I read a great tip the other day. Cut the foot off a stocking, put the powder into the foot and tie up the other end then use it as a powder puff. I've tried it and it really is much easier to get the dust right down to the skin and all over the body using this method Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
