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to get rid of mites and other things on it, it also helps to keep them clean
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What is the dust box normally used for?
A dust box is usually associated with the raising of poultry such as chickens. It is used inside a chicken house or coop and is used for the control of parasites. The birds, bathe in the dust, providing the weather conditions allow for this.
Do you have to bathe chickens?
2nd AnswerTypically no, it is generally a bad idea to bathe chickens. Chickens take dust baths which help them remove mites and other parasites. So if they have dry dust they can dig into and coat themselves with, then shake off, they are pretty happy.It is possible chickens presented at a 4-H show or fair may need their feathers cleaned, which can be done with a damp towel.1st AnswerI'm not too sure, but my next door neighbor in Hungary had a couple chickens and I never saw him bathing them, nor have I heard of it really so I assume it's not necessary.
Do chinchillas bathe in dust?
No they dont
How do chinchila's bathe?
chinchilas bathe in a powdery dust or volcanic ash because of where they are native from!! hope this is helpful!
What kind of soil is best for Hens and Chickens?
They eat the remains of bugs
Is saw dust bad for chickens?
no, my chickens lay eggs in saw dust all the time. you just have to clean out the saw dust every once in a while if it gets dirty. hoped this helped!
How does a chinchilla bathe in the wild?
chinchillas bathe in a special kind of dust you can buy it at the same store you bought your chinchilla at. And im also sure that someone at the store can explain it to you in further detail. i Hope this answered your question.
Do chickens have a problem in hot weather?
They can. Chickens do not sweat. They dust bathe and they rest in cool shade or in the barn during the worst heat of the day. Chickens have a wattle and comb in order to help cool them down...even the slightest breeze will pass over these featherless areas and help cool the blood that is close to the surface of the skin. On the hottest days many hobby farmers set up large fans in the coop to provide cool air.
Do peacock carry fleas?
Yes. They can but are more likely to have lice. This can be treated by sprinkling Sevin dust on the ground in the areas they like to lay and dust bathe.
Can you bathe chickens that are between chick stage and hen stage?
No they're too delicate and it might irritate they're skin.
Can you use morning fresh dish washing liquid to bathe a chicken?
Chickens don't need to be bathed unless they are in a show. If you do need to bathe it, try warm water with a gentle soap. That will be good enough for the chicken.
What to do when the chick are itchy?
You can bathe them in dog flea shampoo or dust their undersides with Sevin (the kind you use in the garden).
