memphisto Posted November 14, 2011 Share Posted November 14, 2011 Hi all, I'm sorry if this is a really silly question. When I've got all my girls, they've been treated with louse and mite powder as I bought them. I've got my own powder at home but I am unsure how often I treat them, is it monthly, quarterly or more frequently? Sorry if I should already know this, no instructions on the tub for use Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted November 14, 2011 Share Posted November 14, 2011 I treat quarterly with a spot-on preventative and spray with the Johnson's anti mite spray if I see any crawlers. Never really have any problems with this regime and can't be bothered with powdering 13 squirmy hens. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
memphisto Posted November 14, 2011 Author Share Posted November 14, 2011 Thanks Dogmother I use a powder product from an agricultural supplier which was recommended but it assumes you know the regime for your animal! I handled them all regularly and *touch wood* haven't seen any creepy crawlies yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted November 14, 2011 Share Posted November 14, 2011 It's best to keep up a regular inspection and treatment programme, they are much harder to get rid of than to avoid Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chestnutmare Posted November 14, 2011 Share Posted November 14, 2011 I give them a good powdering at least quarterly. But put de-lousing powder or diatom in their dustbath regularly - topping it up about twice a week. I've never had a problem so far. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
memphisto Posted November 14, 2011 Author Share Posted November 14, 2011 Hi Chestnutmare I used diatom in their dustbath too and in their bed. Where in Wales are you? Dogmother- I totally agree, prevention is the best medicine so to speak! Many thanks to you both Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chestnutmare Posted November 14, 2011 Share Posted November 14, 2011 Hi Chestnutmare I used diatom in their dustbath too and in their bed. Where in Wales are you? Dogmother- I totally agree, prevention is the best medicine so to speak! Many thanks to you both I'm in South Wales. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
