Best way to treat lice or mites on chickens

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  • @EvanBlack-x5i
    @EvanBlack-x5i Рік тому +5

    Thanks. I just got my first chickens. This is very clear and very useful.

  • @edhondo4447
    @edhondo4447 9 років тому +14

    since I was a kid 60 years ago I had heard about using kerosene for the scale on chickens legs .. the old farmers would have a pan of kerosene in front of the hen house so the chicken would have to step in it before getting in the house .. we have always free ranged our laying hens so the chickens always gave themselves a dust bath , but when growing for meat we didn't care , the boiling water would take care of any parasite

    • @carolrobinson7779
      @carolrobinson7779 2 роки тому +5

      We have always put a 50/50 mix of linseed oil and turpentine on the roost poles with a old sock. My granny told me to do it every day for a week, it clears up the "scalies" as she called it. No dipping required if all your birds use the roost.

  • @deasunja1367
    @deasunja1367 5 років тому +4

    Nice video, I heard the leghorns at UCONN cluck, what a cacaphony, on HorseBarn Hill I think it was. Tried the double bag this evening, and resorted to a barrel instead.
    Thanks John and UCONN.

    • @aldenunion
      @aldenunion 3 роки тому +2

      Hey,Thank you,great idea.....Lined the barrel with the bag ? and then dipped in dusting medium? I am alone doing this to,nobody wanting to stand outside for five minutes and then need a delousing shower..

  • @virginiagaston8917
    @virginiagaston8917 8 років тому +7

    John, How much seven should I put in the pillowcase if I do the shake and bake method?

  • @russellnutt7059
    @russellnutt7059 8 років тому +8

    Great video. What to do for red lice on the chickens comb. Please help

  • @kikisbackyard
    @kikisbackyard 7 років тому +9

    I have not been able to find a video of someone "dipping" a chicken. I have dipped many a dog, and we sponge their face first, so no fleas, or mites, run up there for safety. Is that how it would work with the chickens? I know some people do a quick head dunk as well with dogs, but I worry more with birds. Any advice, or a video possibly???

  • @msgottaneedtoknow
    @msgottaneedtoknow 2 роки тому +4

    Isn’t the shake and bake way bad for the chickens respiratory system?

  • @ohanailo7743
    @ohanailo7743 2 роки тому

    Kerosene was a very old method of treating human head lice back during the depression era. In Hawaii, the head lice is called in the Hawaiian language, “Uku’s” when the infestation is really bad the children will scratch and not understand why? You can see the, “Uku” eggs attached on the hair. Usually happens in the tropics and very common. I never heard of the leg scale mite, but have seen very bad infestations on the head comb and under the wings. If I see it I will try the gasoline method as prescribed. Thank you for such a good and informative broadcast. Aloha. 🌺🌸🌴❤️🇺🇸

  • @ladyd8897
    @ladyd8897 6 місяців тому +1

    Hi quick question please… can these lice and mites be transferred to my dog and I? My yellow lab loves the birds. They climb on her and then she sleeps at foot of my bed. Same type of lice or different?

  • @tallcedars2310
    @tallcedars2310 5 років тому +17

    Please leave the head of the chicken out so it doesn't breath the powder.

  • @donnahoffman699
    @donnahoffman699 4 місяці тому +1

    Can you add sevin dust to their dust bath areas?

  • @MrsBarbaraSinclair
    @MrsBarbaraSinclair 9 років тому +5

    +John Suscovich, thank you and Dr. Darre, so much. This helped me and hope it was helpful for your other viewers also. Merry Christmas and happy prosperous 2016 new year.

  • @olumayowaakinkuotu9554
    @olumayowaakinkuotu9554 4 роки тому +5

    Can we use neem for this problem?

  • @Bull_sheet_Bob
    @Bull_sheet_Bob Рік тому +3

    Can you use just sand for a dust bath, also is there a chance of you getting mites from the chickens

    • @paulbee2447
      @paulbee2447 Рік тому +2

      it is common to get mites from chicken.

  • @NoelleDance
    @NoelleDance 7 років тому +4

    It's not true you only see them at night. They may feed at night but you can see mites/lice on chickens at any time during the day. It's easier to treat the hens at night, but if you regularly interact with your hens, it's not necessary to wait.

    • @kikisbackyard
      @kikisbackyard 7 років тому +2

      He was correct, Red Mites only come out at night. Lice you can see during the day.

    • @incubus4132
      @incubus4132 5 років тому

      Yup mites come out @ nite use malithion or permithrin on roosts & spray their tails,feat usually you'll notice it on roosters tails more (mite damage)

    • @abccba7633
      @abccba7633 5 років тому

      Mostly seen at night (most). Only sometimes the lice are found on the hen and throughout the day. Sometimes they choose a hen to stay during the day. Most come down from the hen in the morning and hide near, in cracks or under objects, in the dried feces of chickens, etc. So at day, one can search at these places too.

  • @Saria_89
    @Saria_89 2 роки тому +4

    The chickens should not breathe the powder in either, very bad for them. This guy doesn't know as much as he claims.

  • @giantslayer5275
    @giantslayer5275 8 років тому +6

    Can you use the gasoline technique on a Light Brahma with feathers on their legs and feet? Will the gasoline soak into the feathers?

  • @FishWaterBrewery
    @FishWaterBrewery 8 років тому +5

    Good information John and Doctor Michael Dary, hope that is spelled correct. My question is, putting diatomaceous earth in the food once every 4 moths will worm them. What is the thinking on this? Thanks

    • @farmmarketing
      @farmmarketing  8 років тому +2

      +Fleugar OutDoors The science here is a little weird. The DE is meant to scratch the exoskeleton of external parasites and cause them to dehydrate. If the DE mixes with the chicken's saliva when they eat it then it could be way less effective. I don't feed DE to my birds. If you do make sure that you get food grade DE and there are no chemical additives.

  • @narwhool
    @narwhool 5 років тому +2

    Thank you for this video ! I got 2 chickens from a chicken swap and they have an external parasite. I will never buy from a swap again.

  • @kathleenhgleason3020
    @kathleenhgleason3020 8 років тому +3

    So we got chickens for our daughter on Easter last year and so far things are ok but would like to know if there is a vet that takes care of chickens if we need one we live in Lisbon,CT. 06351

    • @farmmarketing
      @farmmarketing  8 років тому

      +Kathleen Gleason I'm not sure about vets in your area. Usually most vets won't treat chickens which is unfortunate.

    • @kathleenhgleason3020
      @kathleenhgleason3020 8 років тому

      Ok thanks so if my daugjters chicken gets cut open by the roosters claws and its deep what do i do.

    • @abccba7633
      @abccba7633 5 років тому

      @@kathleenhgleason3020 One rooster per 10-15 chickens.

  • @penfoldooo2160
    @penfoldooo2160 9 років тому +5

    Really informative - thanks!

  • @grandmagreko
    @grandmagreko 3 роки тому

    Hi I have a question I have not seen or heard of this problem as of yet. I have a small small little young chicken and on its back around the chicken the feathers are gone but the skin looks like it's hard and scaly. what is that or what can I put on that? I thought maybe it was molting but she's too young. I don't see no mites or lice or anything like that it's just her feathers are gone and there's no redness or anything it's just her skin is hard like where the feathers are gone. Thank you for a quick response it would be really appreciated! Much thanks, Ms. Hill in NE Texas

  • @youngmarco3085
    @youngmarco3085 6 років тому +6

    Hi. Am from Trinidad an we bath. Our chickens in blue soap water. As soon as you bin by the coop an things start climbing on you those little white stuff you know

  • @camilledammasch3648
    @camilledammasch3648 8 років тому +21

    um, you put the chook in a bag of powder to get it all in their lungs and eyes, but you want to wear every protection? no alarms bells there for you???

    • @farmmarketing
      @farmmarketing  8 років тому +12

      You can do it with their head sticking out of the bag.

    • @glamfiend
      @glamfiend 7 років тому +1

      John Suscovich what if the chicken has packs of nits in its beard? Will it be ok to put the powder all over its head?

    • @alwborys346
      @alwborys346 6 років тому +1

      Really great info! Heard some of the info but not all.

    • @angelicawalters1159
      @angelicawalters1159 4 роки тому +4

      @@farmmarketing common sense !!

  • @traceylcooper
    @traceylcooper 8 років тому +2

    We recently have treated our chicken with Frontline, it was recommended to us to do, and seems to work, however we eat the eggs. Do you know how long before we could eat the eggs after treatment?

    • @farmmarketing
      @farmmarketing  8 років тому +1

      Unfortunately I'm not experienced with FrontLine. It should say on the packaging or you could contact your local extension officer.

    • @incubus4132
      @incubus4132 5 років тому

      .... the only thing u may not take eggs (eat) is depending on the Wormer u use not the Frontline dog spray

  • @nldacus
    @nldacus 4 роки тому +1

    I've dipped my chickens legs in diesel before. It works. I'll try the shake and bake method too if I ever have a bad break out. Bet it works great

  • @Gina-dz4jg
    @Gina-dz4jg 5 років тому +1

    I've really been challenged by mites this year for some reason. Today, I tried the gasoline treatment on the only chicken who has developed scaly leg mites, then slathered Bag Balm on as well as I could -- she has feathered legs (didn't happen to have A&D). She definitely didn't like it, but if it works... anyway, we'll see how it goes, so crossing my fingers!.

    • @WendyAchatz
      @WendyAchatz 5 років тому

      Gina how did it go? He said to do it 2x within 2 days of each gas dip. Also did he say 45 seconds or 4-5 seconds?

    • @Gina-dz4jg
      @Gina-dz4jg 5 років тому

      @@WendyAchatz I

    • @Gina-dz4jg
      @Gina-dz4jg 5 років тому +1

      It seems to have helped, but I'll examine her more closely today. After slathering on the Bag Balm, her legs are covered in dirt, of course, but I can see the toes and they looked better. I thought I heard them say 4-5 seconds... what little gas I got on my own skin burned a bit, so 45 seconds seems like far too long.

    • @pwoolard4150
      @pwoolard4150 4 роки тому +1

      @@WendyAchatz I CC'd the audio and it read 45 seconds

    • @garyteeters-ok3hc
      @garyteeters-ok3hc Рік тому

      Ivermectin in there food or water works quickly and very effective. All the other ways are a waste of money

  • @CiecieNewson
    @CiecieNewson 9 років тому +3

    Won't the chicken inhale the powder and that be harmful to it and sting its eyes? Before we came up with all these ways to help our animals, back in the day were all these animals just dying off or looking maimed. What if you just don't treat for these bugs? Will the gas cause issues when the weather is very hot? Thank you. Smile!

    • @TheSharaya
      @TheSharaya 6 років тому +4

      Mites and lice are far more harmful to chickens. It makes them stressed out and they stop producing eggs as much. You can also put the chicken in the bag, except for it's head. And it wont breath in dust or irritate eyes. But even so. The chicken wouldn't be exposed to the dust as much as us (dusting 5-100 birds) so it's not that bad for them, they also breath different than humans

    • @justinewhite-hadley3138
      @justinewhite-hadley3138 6 років тому +5

      If you do not treat them they will get anemic from the bites and die.

    • @abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz0
      @abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz0 Рік тому +1

      Thanks for asking this, was thinking the same but also thought the head out of the bag would work too! Glad I'm not the only one questioning the breathing thing !

  • @heatherharris-demelo4458
    @heatherharris-demelo4458 2 роки тому +1

    How do you treat the coop in the winter time? My chickens have lice again. I have previously cleaned out the whole coop and sprayed everything down with DE and veg oil and Doktor doom and i thought it worked but now the lice are back and this was done during the summer time. I am now doing the deep litter method so the poo is all frozen to the coop and I am wondering how to treat the coop so that the lice don’t keep coming back. Also to treat the birds in the winter is going to be tricky because I don’t want them to get frostbite. It’s -45C here. I use Lice Away which is a liquid but it doesn’t treat the eggs. Thanks.

    • @sarajohnson5834
      @sarajohnson5834 Рік тому

      how did you resolve it? I'm pretty sure my chickens have mites and it is still winter here.

  • @carolrand1712
    @carolrand1712 2 роки тому

    How do you know for sure that it’s a scaly leg might and if it is not the gasoline harm the legs

  • @loguesboroughfarms1091
    @loguesboroughfarms1091 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks for the tip

  • @dawnnsaul373
    @dawnnsaul373 6 років тому +4

    Did you say 45 seconds or 4-5 seconds for the gasoline dip?

    • @krystelwilliams312
      @krystelwilliams312 6 років тому +5

      I heard 45

    • @pwoolard4150
      @pwoolard4150 4 роки тому +1

      I CC'd the audio and it read 45 seconds

    • @aldenunion
      @aldenunion 3 роки тому

      like using dormant oil on fruit trees off season for over wintering insect,your suffocating larvae in a hole..45 seconds paired with the coating gets them air less for minutes and die.
      The insects kay eggs beneath the scales and those get submerged and suffocated..
      Vaseline coating on legs after as well they say works if you can handle them easily.
      Mine are headaches.lol....People walking by are thinking I am abusing due to my roosters not used to being handled..
      They still have they're pride to protect when ranging.
      Would not matter anyway as red tails puncture lungs landing atop them with talons.

  • @carleynorthcoast1915
    @carleynorthcoast1915 3 роки тому

    I couldn't find pyrethrin on its own it all has piperonyl butoxide added. Basically the same as RAID bed bug spray. I went with DOKTOR DOOM powder. Just using it sparingly as the second chemical could cause mild irritation, I assumed the powder would be less likely to irritate than a liquid contacting the skin.

  • @incubus4132
    @incubus4132 5 років тому

    Nice info those scaley leg mites r bad ....if u know where ur flock like 2 take dirt baths put a small handful in their dust bowls (easiest way) or use ur flea & tick dog spray & squirt once under each wing,bk of neck, by the vent & atop of the base of their tail feathers .... Scaley leg mites.....feather mites (spray @ nite) r the hardest 2 get rid of..... by chance u hav a problem w/ chicken fleas the only product out there that nips it the bud is a spray that goes by the name of Flee (dog)

  • @cariad81
    @cariad81 6 років тому +4

    Wouldn't gasoline hurt them as their legs would be raised and sore?

    • @incubus4132
      @incubus4132 5 років тому +1

      Nope, also next day u can use scarlet oil spray wipe & clean...

  • @ch3kw4
    @ch3kw4 8 років тому +4

    thanks for the tips.

  • @chichofarm
    @chichofarm 4 роки тому

    Who is in the video with you?

  • @jomalthegeneral0977
    @jomalthegeneral0977 6 років тому +1

    can you spray formalin on a hen pen

  • @savardavenger69
    @savardavenger69 9 років тому +16

    I wonder if amazon has little chicken beak masks ???

  • @gopackgo2235
    @gopackgo2235 9 років тому +3

    Great info.

  • @sharongrippe9591
    @sharongrippe9591 4 роки тому

    How do you treat the chickens pasture?

  • @Veemack21
    @Veemack21 8 років тому

    hey i have a question im raising cornish hens an they are still semi small. is it a issue they have lumps on the side of there bodies that it seems to be missing feathers? no pain! is that there little craws. idk how you spell it. thanks in advance

    • @farmmarketing
      @farmmarketing  8 років тому

      It's hard for me to tell based of your description. They don't always fully feather out, and the bumps might just be feather follicles of future feathers to come. The size issue could be feed or something else. Again, sorry I can't be more help without seeing them.

  • @alexw288
    @alexw288 8 років тому +3

    What happens if the bird gets wet with the ash on the bird

    • @farmmarketing
      @farmmarketing  8 років тому +3

      +alexw288 I've been doing more research on this. The wood ash doesn't instantly turn to lye. So if your bird has some on it and it gets wet they will be ok. They will also be likely to clean themselves if there's an issue. There's more of a process to make lye. Your birds will be alright but if your dust bath gets really wet then I'd still change it out.

  • @JiL3032
    @JiL3032 5 років тому +1

    How often?

  • @WendyAchatz
    @WendyAchatz 5 років тому +1

    What did he say, 45 seconds gas or 4-5 seconds??

    • @igameidoresearchtoo6511
      @igameidoresearchtoo6511 5 років тому +1

      45 seconds

    • @abccba7633
      @abccba7633 5 років тому +1

      I would recommend mixing petroleum with cooking oil and coating feet. The oil will slow the evaporation of the petroleum and will not be so irritating, but it still works with a combination of corrosion and suffocation.

    • @pwoolard4150
      @pwoolard4150 4 роки тому +1

      I CC'd the audio and it read 45 seconds

  • @aldenunion
    @aldenunion 3 роки тому

    I have two of the BIGGEST MEANEST BARRED ROCKS that know how to tag team and work together.
    These two do not even fight each other but do not like being handled.
    I have no problem,just doing all this alone while controlling the birds.
    I must take part coupe today,I keep it tidy and change bedding every few days with D earth but realized the dusting is not enough,mites and lice.
    Was going to dust them with perm powder ,neem oil the coupe,Dia- earth the coupe ..Help would be nice...
    Wonder how shake,rattle and Roll works.lol...That is what it will be with this bunch..

  • @gelatinousSpirit
    @gelatinousSpirit 5 років тому +2

    Could rubbing alcohol/surgical spirits be used instead of gasoline?Thoughts anyone?

    • @sandral7103
      @sandral7103 5 років тому

      Kevin Coyle I’m wondering this too. I used Rubbing alcohol to get rid of human head lice before and it worked

    • @SleepyInu60
      @SleepyInu60 4 роки тому

      @@sandral7103 I think this could help with your question read the thread of answers

    • @3totoone
      @3totoone 4 роки тому +2

      We have a mite issue right now. Out of desperation, and that horrible feeling of those nasty things crawling on me, I spritzed myself with some liquid, alcohol based, hand sanitizer. It killed every last one of them in seconds. I wouldn't dare put it on the chickens but can bet I'll be spritzing the coop this week with it!

  • @felishiadarling
    @felishiadarling 4 місяці тому

    Knowing chickens are susceptible to respiratory problems, why would you ever put a poison or anything that is a dust directly on their bodies? I seriously disagree to this.

  • @looneytunes105
    @looneytunes105 3 роки тому

    Can you use the gasoline technique on very small breed chickens.. like true bantams? Or young birds?

  • @abccba7633
    @abccba7633 5 років тому +1

    If you want the parasites to show out of the cracks, coat the cage with petroleum. Then coat again and this will kill them.

  • @kateplakinger4219
    @kateplakinger4219 8 років тому

    I have one pullet a pekin, that I hatched from bought eggs, she somehow caught a "cold" she was opening her beak as if to beathe, I have pulled her through, she has been in qaurantine away from everyone for nearly 3 months, she has put on weight is happy eating drinkiing, except for one thing she sneezes, there is no discharge, at all, she is smaller than what she should be about 2/3 the size of a fully grown pekin, should I cull her, I just cant bring myself to it, grown quite attached after all the care she has had, and is extremely friendly, why is she sneezing, mainly in the morning, she was kept dry, pens are draught free, what could she have please can you help me Regards

    • @lboeboyz7424
      @lboeboyz7424 7 років тому +1

      sounds like you feathered friend has gate worms all the signs you have talked about. Worm her and put a little Vicks salve in the top of her mouth for a week or two. You can pick some up for a couple dollars at Wal-Mart hope this helps

    • @debekholm6561
      @debekholm6561 4 роки тому +2

      @@lboeboyz7424 good job nice to hear someone knows hom e remedy's I have a miracle chicken who was completely paralyzed by Marek's disease and she often sneezes I give her vetrx on her beak it is a darn excellent medicine better than the huan stuff also 1\2 ml of anipirin every day! Please spread the word about anipirin it's used for livestock and makes it so you don't have to watch your flock suffer A vet gave me it as a last resort and it is amazing.almost 2000 ,doses per bottle,. ,946mililiters,

  • @abccba7633
    @abccba7633 5 років тому

    Petroleum is healthier than gasoline and kills both parasites. But if the hen inhales fumes, it can be dazed for a couple of hours. Petroleum can be mixed with cooking oil to last longer and have milder vapors (50:50 or so).

  • @ian-se4gx
    @ian-se4gx 4 роки тому +1

    My hens are 7 months old yet they haven't started laying

  • @journeyfortwo5211
    @journeyfortwo5211 2 роки тому +1

    Great info, thank you

  • @christinaerskin1413
    @christinaerskin1413 4 роки тому +1

    Awesome!!!

  • @Mrs.Crawford2014
    @Mrs.Crawford2014 5 років тому +2

    Fleas???

  • @theresathreadgill1386
    @theresathreadgill1386 7 років тому

    Food grade DE in pen in dust bath. Dust your chickens add a couple of tablespoons of DR in food. Many of the organic farmers I watch use it, I use it also and no problems so far! Fingers crossed

  • @vincentoconnor7620
    @vincentoconnor7620 2 роки тому

    Thanks

  • @twilacowger4719
    @twilacowger4719 6 років тому +1

    how do you get rid of northern fowl mites in your house

    • @JIBZANify
      @JIBZANify 6 років тому +1

      Twila Cowger any luck?

  • @berniebass3575
    @berniebass3575 2 роки тому

    Martin lice come from the bedding where they sleep at night you can kill him on the chickens but they'll be right back guaranteed you have to go for the bedding.

  • @davidtucker7779
    @davidtucker7779 6 місяців тому +1

    Wow i will not do this

  • @igameidoresearchtoo6511
    @igameidoresearchtoo6511 5 років тому

    thanks

  • @lindamorgan2678
    @lindamorgan2678 3 роки тому +2

    Hopefully you are not putting the head of the chicken inside the bag. Right? Better tell people that some might throw the entire chicken in that poison to breath in and get in it's eyes. Good Grief.

  • @NicholasVincent-ol1zk
    @NicholasVincent-ol1zk 4 місяці тому +1

    Permetherin 10

  • @kaleighhodges885
    @kaleighhodges885 5 років тому

    You don't have to use use gas plain old oil will work fine

  • @sassyyem4879
    @sassyyem4879 2 роки тому

    Gosh I believe in practical terms 😭

  • @tamarabitter4913
    @tamarabitter4913 5 років тому

    Those to red things under the chickens😂

  • @christynm.8933
    @christynm.8933 8 місяців тому

    DIP LEGS IN OIL INSTEAD OF GAS.. THIS GUY USES VERY HARSH METHODS..PLEASE TREAT UR CHICKEN HUMANELY!

  • @erwinbrubacker7488
    @erwinbrubacker7488 3 роки тому

    Volume !

  • @bambikisstoby
    @bambikisstoby 3 роки тому

    Great information