The Hidden Dangers of Traditional Lice and Mite Treatments for Chickens
Raising chickens comes with its challenges, one of which is dealing with lice and mites. While there are many products on the market designed to combat these pests, not all of them are safe for your flock. In fact, some commonly used treatments can be quite toxic. Let’s take a look at some of these traditional medications and introduce a safer, all-natural alternative: Premo Guard Poultry Spray.
Toxicity in Common Treatments
Permethrin: Widely used in both dust and spray forms, permethrin is a powerful pesticide. However, it carries significant risks. Overexposure can lead to toxicity in chickens, causing symptoms such as lethargy, tremors, and in severe cases, death. Moreover, permethrin is extremely toxic to cats, so if you have both chickens and cats, this product can pose a greater danger. (see EPA documents here)
Ivermectin: Although effective, ivermectin must be used with caution. Incorrect dosing can result in toxicity, with potential side effects including neurological issues. Additionally, there's the risk of drug residues remaining in eggs, which could pose health risks to humans.
Egg Withdrawal Period (Loss of eggs is a big issue)
The Natural Alternative: Premo Guard Poultry Spray
Recognizing the need for a safer solution, we developed Premo Guard Poultry Spray. Our product stands out because it’s made from all-natural ingredients and essential oils, ensuring the safety of your chickens, other pets, and your family.
Non-Toxic and Safe: Premo Guard Poultry Spray contains no harmful chemicals or pesticides. You can use it with confidence, knowing it won't harm your flock or leave toxic residues in your coop or on your birds.
Effective Against Lice and Mites (and Ticks and Flying Biting Pests): Our unique blend of essential oils is proven to repel and eliminate mites, lice, ticks and flying pests. It works just as effectively as chemical treatments but without the associated risks.
Easy to Use: Premo Guard Poultry Spray is designed for convenience. It’s safe to spray directly on your chickens and inside their coops. This makes it easy to provide thorough and consistent protection against pests. Simply use Premo Poultry Spray inside your nesting boxes and roosting bars when doing a routine coop cleaning to prevent mites, lice, ticks, etc.
Why Choose Natural?
Using natural, non-toxic products like Premo Guard Poultry Spray aligns with a more sustainable and health-conscious approach to poultry care. You’re not only protecting your chickens from pests but also safeguarding their overall well-being and the environment.
While traditional lice and mite treatments can be effective, their potential toxicity cannot be overlooked. By choosing an all-natural alternative like Premo Guard Poultry Spray, you can ensure the safety and health of your flock, providing them with a comfortable and pest-free environment. Make the switch today and experience the peace of mind that comes with using a safe, natural solution.
(P.S. Thanks to Tracy Reed (@tracyannereed33 on instagram) for some great pointers in this article, go give her a follow, if you want some great chicken content!)
