Just thought i would post an update, after trying lots of stuff, i have decided Deosect really works, its the least time consuming & hassel free way to treat it and since using it, every 2 weeks, we have had no trouble!
I know he probably doesnt need it but my cob does seem to like having a rug on him although my rug knowledge is very limited and i just wanted some advice, he lives out (with a shelter in his field) although when he gets moved to his winter field he will be shut in at night.
1st - When i come...
Thanks for your replies. I will get the vet out about the sarcoid.
I did try clipping his feathers before but am worried that may encourage mud fever!
I will deosect then if that doesnt work i will try pig oil as i have heard of this before but it does sound messy!
However Theresa_F i would...
Hi I have a gypsy cob who suffers from what I believe to be Feather Mites although the condition seems worse in his winter/spring field. Now I have moved him to his summer/autum field they dont seem so bad and I havent noticed him stamping his feet but he does have slightly flaky skin around his...