Chicken Healthcare

All chickens get clean by getting dirty 😊 Just like a human bathtub, a dust bath to chickens is all about cleanliness. It’s not only chickens who like to hit the dirt – you may spot other birds such as sparrows and blackbirds taking a dust bath too. The dust or sand absorbs surplus moisture and oils on the skin. A dirt bath maintains the water resistance of the outer feathers of a chicken. It also deters parasites such as mites and lice by coating the insects’ breathing pores or simply driving them away. Dust bathing is an important part of keeping chickens healthy and clean. Once fully coated in dust or sand, the chicken will have a shake-down, just like a dog after a dip in a river. A quick preen of the feathers, and they’ll be all done and dusted. Literally. In addition to these physical benefits, dust-bathing is also thought to be mentally rewarding for hens. It helps them relax, and is a way of socialising too. Keep your hens mite and lice free with an Appletons Dust Bath Kit. Your Appletons Dust Bath Kit includes: Recycled rubber dust bath bowl with carry handles – heavy duty and flexible 1 cup calcium carbonate + REFILL 1 x 1.5kg Fine Sand + REFILL 1 cup Wood Ash + REFILL A dash of Medicinal Herbs (can be lavender, rosemary, lemon balm or mint) + REFILL Everything your flock needs for two complete dust baths! Dimensions: 56cm including handles, bowl diameter at top 50cm, height 22 cm. We have supplied all you need except for the dry dirt, which is best sourced from your own backyard. Make sure it is dry, fine and friable.Dust Bath Bowl is best placed undercover or out of the rain on wet days. Refills available

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Very effective organic treatment for poultry scaly leg mite. This treatment is totally organic. A mixture of Cottonseed Oil and Eucalyptus. Instructions.Spray oil on legs, avoiding the feathers. Saturate the affected areas.  "Poultry Leg Spray" works by suffocation. Gently massage the legs, ensuring all areas are covered. Repeat every 3-4 days for 3 to 4 weeks.  Do not pick off the scale debris, as it can cause bleeding. The chickens will help by pecking the debris off the leg themselves. In cases where a chicken's scales are lost, they will not regrow.  Even if your other chickens do not have signs of Scaly Leg Mites, it is recommended that you treat them as well so that these Scaly Leg Mites do not establish themselves in your flock. It is contagious. Check their legs regularly throughout the year. There is no egg-withholding period.  Cleanliness and sanitary measures around the chicken coop are in order because the mites can live for long periods in cracks and crevices without feed and water. Please store the bottle at room temperature and best used when the contents is warm. If it is too cold, the liquid will not move through the sprayer. Do Your Chickens Have Scaly Leg Mite?Scaly legs on chickens are caused by a parasitic mite (Knemidocoptes mutans) that burrow under the scales on the chicken's legs. The damaged tissue weeps, which is what these mites feed on. Signs and Symptoms. Raised scales on the legs. Crusty legs. Lameness (severe cases). Can also be found on the comb and wattles. In the early stages of the infection, the chicken will have mild irritation. It takes several months of infection before the scales on the legs start to lift. Repeat application is recommended. You should treat all of your birds even if only one bird has scaly legs, as scaly leg mite is very contagious and it is highly likely that all of your birds will have the mite.Scaly foot is a bird ailment that is common among caged birds and also affects many other bird species. It is caused by mites in the genus Knemidocoptes which burrow into the bird's flesh. The tunnels made by the mites within the skin cause dermatitis and scaly lesions. Scaly face is caused by the same mite responsible for scaly foot and other related mites cause depluming. The condition is transmitted from one bird to another by direct prolonged contact.

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Very effective for treating poultry lice. Used with great results in poultry circles as a reliable treatment for most internal and external parasites. Generally used for the treatment of poultry lice and scaly leg mite, but will also kill any red mites that try to suck off your chicken. It is a topical treatment applied directly to the skin of the bird. It is approved for use on other farm animals but has not been officially approved for use on poultry, hence the recommended 10 day withholding period for eggs (and 63 in NZ for meat).This little bottle will treat a good number of birds.Dosage rate is 0.1ml per 1kg live body weight.Approximately 60 treatments. (calculated on 60 brown shavers that weigh 2.5kg each )Available in a dropper bottle with a nozzle and cap for handy dosing. Helpful Notes. What are you treating your birds for? Worms?  We recommend using an approved wormer for treating worms in poultry. Our recommended choice for laying birds is Flubenol, as there is no withholding period for eggs. If treating birds that are not laying then Aviverm is easier to dose. Please note with Aviverm, there is an 8-day withholding period for egg consumption. If using pour-on drench, please note it does not kill all types of internal worms. We recommend following up treatment within the prepatent period of the particular worm you are treating for. Please read our informative blog on working chickens. Lice? If you are treating for external parasites, eg, a one-off treatment usually does the trick; however, if not all birds are treated and the hen house is not thoroughly cleaned (disinfected), then birds can reinfest quickly. For best practice, we recommend checking birds after 7 to 10 days and repeating the treatment as lice eggs can hatch in this period of time. We generally inspect (physical health check) our birds 2 to 4 times a year (usually when the seasons change) and treat them accordingly for lice. We find that the pour-on drench, when dosed correctly, works brilliantly for lice control.  Read our informative blog on treating lice. Important Considerations. Off-Label Use: Cydectin is approved for use in other farm animals like cattle and sheep, but does not have an official, scientifically tested withholding period for poultry specific to the label. The recommended periods for poultry are derived from New Zealand's default withholding periods for unregistered veterinary medicines in birds ensuring human food safety. Active Ingredient Accumulation: The active ingredient, moxidectin, is highly lipophilic (fat-loving) and accumulates in fatty tissues, including the egg yolk, which causes residues to persist for a longer period. Correct Dosage: It is crucial to use the correct dosage (applied to the skin, such as under the wing or on the back of the neck)  Egg Management: Eggs laid during the withholding period should not be eaten or fed back to the flock, as this can reintroduce the chemical into the birds' systems and prolong the withdrawal period. They can, however, be used for incubation. Don’t feed them to other animals, such as dogs, as residues may affect them too. Poison. Keep away from children.Please note this is a liquid and we cannot slip it into a courier satchel - it needs to be sent in a box.

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Very effective for treating poultry lice. Control lice on your poultry by sprinkling Poultry Lice Powder around the vent, under the wings and around the neck hackles, repeat treatment in seven days. It may be necessary to re-dose for severe infections. It is recommended that Poultry Lice Powder is used regularly toprevent Lice from re-establishing themselves on your birds.  Avoid inhaling dust by using a suitable dust mask. Wear eye protection.  Instructions: Repeat every 3-4 days for 2 to 3 weeks.  Poultry Lice Powder is Organic. No Egg Withholding Period. Ingredients: Sodium Hydrogencarbonate and Silicon Dioxide.

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Essential support supplement for your birds during moulting, breeding or times of stress. BB 09/2026 Bird Vitamins is a water-soluble multivitamin supplement for birds, formulated with a balanced blend of essential vitamins, minerals, electrolytes, and key nutrients to support overall health, feather condition, and recovery. Ideal for all bird species, it helps maintain energy, vitality, and immune strength, especially during moulting, breeding, or periods of stress. Fills nutritional gaps in the diet Supports periods of growth, moulting, or breeding Helps maintain feather quality Used during recovery from illness or stress Supports overall condition in picky eaters Complements fresh foods and pellets Directions Add 1 drop per 250 mL of water (4 drops per litre) Use 3–5 times per week as part of your bird’s regular care routine Prepare fresh daily Each container makes 500L Store container in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight IngredientsFull breakdown per 100ml Vitamin A: 1,200,000 IU Vitamin D₃: 300,000 IU Vitamin E acetate: 0.33 g Vitamin K₃: 0.1 g Vitamin B₁: 0.2 g Vitamin B₆: 0.13 g Vitamin C: 0.35 g Folic Acid: 0.32 mg Iron: 25 mg Copper: 3.3 mg Zinc: 10 mcg Dexpanthenol: 0.4 g Lysine: 0.27 g Valine: 0.27 g Isoleucine: 0.24 g Tryptophan: 68.6 mg Threonine: 0.2 g DL-Methionine: 0.14 g Calcium: 6 mg Sodium: 6 mg Potassium: 83 mcg excipients to 100 mL.

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Effective treatment for birds during times of illness or heat stress. BB 01/2027 Bird Electrolytes is a water-soluble electrolyte and energy supplement, formulated for all bird species, to support hydration, recovery, and overall well-being. Ideal for hot weather, transport, or times of stress, it helps restore fluid balance, replace essential salts, and maintain energy levels in poultry, parrots, and aviary birds alike. Keeps birds hydrated Replaces minerals lost from heat, illness, or diarrhoea Supports muscle, nerve, and heart function Aids recovery after racing, flying, or breeding Helps birds cope with hot weather Provides quick energy Supports chicks and sick birds with low intake Aids recovery after transport or handling Directions Mix one scoop (1g) of electrolyte powder per litre of drinking water Prepare fresh daily or refrigerate and use within 2 days Each container makes 100L Store container in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight Ingredients Bicarbonate ions Potassium ions Chloride ions Sodium ions Dextrose

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An ideal everyday probiotic for the general health and well-being of your birds. BB 03/2027 Bird Probiotics is a premium water-soluble probiotic supplement for poultry and pet birds, designed to support digestive balance, nutrient absorption, and healthy gut flora in all species. Regular use, 2 to 3 times per week in drinking water or sprinkled over food, helps maintain strong immunity, improved digestion, and overall vitality in pet and poultry birds alike. Restores healthy gut bacteria after illness or antibiotics Supports immune health Helps limit harmful bacteria like E. coli and Salmonella Produces compounds that discourage bad microbes Aids digestion and nutrient absorption Supports growth and feed efficiency Reduces digestive upsets like diarrhoea or slow crop Aids recovery after stress or illness Helps keep chicks’ crop flora healthy Directions Mix one scoop (1g) of probiotic powder per litre of drinking water, or sprinkle one scoop (1g) over 500g of food Prepare fresh daily Each container makes 100L Store container in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight Ingredients Glucose Bacillus subtilis 4 billion CFU/g Bacillus licheniformis 4 billion CFU/g Lactobacillus plantarum 100 million CFU/g

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Chickens love to dust bath! Your Appletons Dust Bath Refill Kit includes: 1 cup calcium carbonate.1 x 1.5kg Fine Sand.1 cup Wood Ash.A dash of Medicinal Herbs (depending on availability can be lavender, lemon balm or mint). All chickens get clean by getting dirty 😊Just like a human bathtub, a dust bath is all about cleanliness. It’s not only chickens who like to hit the dirt – you may spot other birds such as sparrows and blackbirds taking a dust bath too. The dust or sand absorbs surplus moisture and oils on the skin. A dirt bath maintains the water resistance of the outer feathers of a chicken. It also deters parasites such as mites and lice by coating the insects’ breathing pores or simply driving them away. Dust bathing is an important part of keeping chickens healthy and clean. Once fully coated in dust or sand, the chicken will have a shake-down, just like a dog after a dip in a river. A quick preen of the feathers, and they’ll be all done and dusted. Literally. In addition to these physical benefits, dust-bathing is also thought to be mentally rewarding for hens. It helps them relax, and is a way of socialising too.Keep your hens mite and lice free with an Appletons Dust Bath Kit.

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