Our hens are highly vaccinated to commercial standard - for more information click here.
We recommend that you preventatively treat your hens for worming and lice and red mites. Prevention is always better than cure as red mites, in particular, are hard to get rid of.
See our help sheets on worming and lice and red mites.
To help protect your hens from bird flu, we sell DEFRA recommended sachets of disinfectant.
Virkon S Disinfectant 50g Sachet (Mix with water to make 5 litres)
£2
Virkon S is a DEFRA approved disinfectant, and is effective against viruses such as those that cause Bird Flu.
Known as the "pink powder formulation" it can be used inside the hen house and on hardstanding areas. It is very easy to mix up and to use.
Barrier Organic Animal Health Louse Powder with puffer lid 500g
£9.50
A 100% natural insect repellent for use against biting and blood-sucking lice. This insect repellant has 100% natural ingredients and is entirely non-toxic to poultry and animals. Its active ingredient is a synergised tropical plant extract mixed with a blend of herbal and essential oils, all of which are proven effective against all types of mite and lice.
Barrier Organic Red Mite Powder with puffer lid 500g
£9.50
This insect repellant has 100% natural ingredients and is entirely non-toxic to poultry and animals. Its active ingredient is a synergised tropical plant extract mixed with a blend of herbal and essential oils, all of which are proven effective against all types of mite and lice.
Smite Professional RTU spray 750mL
£6.00
Fast action powerful biocidal disinfectant which kills micro-organisms, bacteria and viruses. Red mite and parasite treatment and disinfectant, effective against mite and parasite eggs. Highly efficient cleaner and super degreasant. Non-toxic does not contain pesticides.