06/10/2010

scaly leg mite

For a while now, Tom has been biting his legs hard with his beak; sometimes making them raw in places.

We've sprayed his legs with Savlon spray and rubbed them with Vaseline petroleum jelly, which provided some relief for him. We've also sprinkled his pen with 'Total Mite-Kill' powder, otherwise known as diatomaceous earth (which is made up of silica-shelled fossilised diatoms. Diatoms are algae.)

However, researching further, we've read about scaly leg mite and feel pretty sure that this is the problem:
"Scaly leg is a disease caused by a parasitic mite (known as cnemidocoptes mutans) that burrows under the scales of the legs or feet, where it causes great irritation."

We bought some Net-Tex Just for Scaly Leg spray, and it looks like Tom's about to get relief from his 'great irritation'.
Just For Scaly Leg is said to:

Suffocate and kill the scaly leg parasites instantly.

Provide immediate relief against itching and irritation.

Give a synergised blend of repellents and natural oils to provide a protective coating and prevent further infestation of the affected area.

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