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Louse Powder – lasts for up to 6 weeks

 

 

 

Our unique formulation of Louse Powder is entirely non-toxic and contains a safe-carrier that does not cause carcinogenic effects. Totally safe and designed to be applied directly to all animals it is suitable for use in organic farming systems, as it falls into the exempt category of products which use only plant oils as active ingredients, as listed in Annexe IIB (Pesticides) of Council Regulation (EEC) No 2092/91 (as amended). It successfully rids animals, including Cattle, Horses and Poultry of both Sucking and Biting Lice; which are normally dealt with separately, and will help to prevent reduced growth rates, which can result from Lice infestation. Barrier Animal Healthcare does not recommend the use of Louse Powder on Sheep due to the density of the fleece – refer to Blowfly Repel and Barrier D Sheep Bath Formula.

 

This strong formulation contains concentrated plant derivatives that act as a slow release to give up to six weeks protection with one application.   Barrier Animal Healthcare is the only company to include sterilizable maize powder as the base carrier for the louse powder and unlike other carriers it will not be metabolised via any cuts and so will not form granulomas.

 

HSE Licence No. 8310. In accordance with 2006 repellent regulations under the Biocidal Products Directive, Barrier Animal Healthcare has secured all the necessary licence approvals and licence numbers well in advance of the regulatory deadlines. All of Barrier’s products contain the highest quality 100% natural, non-irritant ingredients that are totally safe to the animal, the user and to the environment.

 

Identification:  These small wingless insects are present all year round and especially noticeable amongst housed animals. Because of its contagious nature, louse infestation spreads most rapidly when animals are in close contact.

The female lice attach their eggs (nits) to the hair fibres and take about ten days to hatch into nymphs and a further two to three weeks before they develop into adults. It is just possible to see adult lice with the naked eye.  By carefully parting the hair, movement can normally be seen at the base of the hair.  They are grey/brownish in colour and the size of a pinhead.

Biting lice are by far the most common, they feed on debris on the surface of the skin and their scavenging produces intense irritation causing crusty scurfy areas that the animal will bite and scratch in an effort to alleviate their discomfort. Sucking Lice can cause severe anaemia and infested animals can rapidly lose weight and become prone to other illnesses.

 

Application:  After identifying lice is the problem. Thoroughly cover the animal with the product, paying particular attention to the neck, under the elbows, legs, along the back and at the base of the tail. Use a soft brush to ensure that the product is thoroughly worked into the coat and down to the base of the hair.  Where heavy infestations exist, repeat application after 7 days. Although lice can only survive for a few days off their host it is important to remember to treat all bedding, housing etc at the same time to prevent re-infestation.  

 

Barrier Animal Healthcare’s Louse powder is very cost effective and the most environmentally friendly product of its kind for by the animal and the user.