Virkon S

ALF · September 29, 2012

Does anybody use Virkon S in the drinking water? I have seen a couple of posts on other sites about it but just spoke to my mate there on the phone and he has been using it for 6 weeks now and says he has seen a lot of difference in his pigeons since he started using it and all good??

ps... i'm thinking of using it myself :emoticon-0167-beer:

b.massey · September 29, 2012

I have also been using it for 3-4 weeks! I like to give it while there moulting! My birds are gleaming but no idea if that or the new change to feed but the condition is out this world

lastdrop · September 29, 2012

Does anybody use Virkon S in the drinking water? I have seen a couple of posts on other sites about it but just spoke to my mate there on the phone and he has been using it for 6 weeks now and says he has seen a lot of difference in his pigeons since he started using it and all good??

ps... i'm thinking of using it myself

Spoke with a vet who I am currently dealing with and he suggested a teaspoon of virkon to a gallon of water for 3days to clear up a greyish deposit in the throats of 1 or 2 birds. IT WORKED!!

blackdog · September 29, 2012

Virkon S is a disinfectant sold by Dupont. Not only is it the most amazing disinfectant you will ever use in the lofts for sanitation but it is simply magic when used in the pigeons drinking water.

Virkon S should be the first line of defense for any young bird sickness. If the pigeons start to go off whether it is a young bird sickness or possible other affliction add 1/2 to 3/4 teaspoon to the gallon of water for five days. Usually within two days all symptoms have disappeared. By day five the birds look spectacular. Virkon S must be added to the water after the containers are filled and then stirred. It will form up if added first and then water is added. Like any disinfectant be careful to keep Virkon S out of your eyes and try not to inhale the powder. Better to be safe.

As a general health aid give the pigeons three days of Virkon S every six to eight weeks. Virkon S seems to have a positive effect against all bacteria, virus, fungi and canker. We use it during breeding, molting and racing will no ill effects.

Chicken breeders have been giving Virkon S to chicks for years. The chicks live better, grow better and losses are lessened.

We add Virkon S to the bath water in the same above dose.

Virkon S is an unbelievable disinfectant to be sprayed in the lofts and all general disinfection and sanitation needs.

After treating with Virkon S please give several days of friendly gut bacteria and vitamins.

Virkon S can be given at the dose of one teaspoon to the gallon if your pigeons are experiencing Circo-virus. The product will not cure infected pigeons but it will stop the spread of the virus. In the case of Circo Virus you can remove sick pigeons and keep the remaining pigeons on Virkon S until the pigeons are no longer becoming sick. This may take a week to ten days. Like I said if the pigeons is already infected with Circo, Virkon S may or may not help. The benefit lies in stopping the virus from spreading.

I get asked all the time "can you use Virkon S during breeding season"? On June 18th I put all my breeders on Virkon S at the dose of 3/4 teaspoon to the gallon. I have babies at all stages of development and every breeder and youngster looks a super as ever. Droppings are firm and normal.

You will notice that if a pigeon has a minor respiratory problem the Virkon S will turn the wattle slightly yellow. At the end of the five day treatment the wattle will be white and dry.

I have been reading how Koi Fish Breeders and keepers used Virkon S in the ponds and tanks to cure and prevent many difference virus and bacteria. They also claim it works at a very low dose and does not effect the biological filter (friendly bacteria). If fish can thrive in the presence of Virkon S, this is a very good sign

ALF · September 29, 2012

Cheers Lindsay :emoticon-0167-beer:

Fly_caster · September 29, 2012

If that is the piece from the McLoughlin Lofts website, fanciers could do worse than read some of the other health tips and general tips offered there.

Great articles and write-ups. Good Post !

Cheers,

Steve

soupie · September 29, 2012

so would that be a teaspoon to 4.5 litres or 3.7 litres i.e US gallon

cheers

soupie

blackdog · September 30, 2012

1 level teaspoon to 5 litres

buster151 · September 30, 2012

I followed Blackdogs advice not long ago and the difference it made in such a short time was unbelievable thank you once again for the info

soupie · September 30, 2012

1 level teaspoon to 5 litres

cheers mate

soupie

JohnQuinn · September 30, 2012

Does anybody use Virkon S in the drinking water? I have seen a couple of posts on other sites about it but just spoke to my mate there on the phone and he has been using it for 6 weeks now and says he has seen a lot of difference in his pigeons since he started using it and all good??

ps... i'm thinking of using it myself

I used it about a fortnight ago Alan and to be honest i canny see any difference in my doos. Had it in for 2 days though whether that was not long enough or otherwise i don't know but i canny see any change in the condition of ma doos at all. Don't get me wrong it hasn't done them any harm either.

Think i'll keep it for spraying the loft in future.

blackdog · September 30, 2012

I used it about a fortnight ago Alan and to be honest i canny see any difference in my doos. Had it in for 2 days though whether that was not long enough or otherwise i don't know but i canny see any change in the condition of ma doos at all. Don't get me wrong it hasn't done them any harm either.
Think i'll keep it for spraying the loft in future.

john, if your birds are in good condition you wont see any difference m8 but if you have any doubt about them put them on it for 5 days then you will see the difference, if you take notice when they drink it they will sneeze so must be good for the upper respiratory system.

September 30, 2012

i have for a number of years suggested fanciers put bleach in their drinking water...at the time it was laughed upon, but now its common knowledge that it does help the birds.

virkon s was being used weekly by a club m8 of mine ...he won the maidstone national other week!

mac1 · September 30, 2012

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Murphymac · September 15, 2018

Could it be used on a weekly Base twice a week say

paddymac · September 15, 2018

Could it be used on a weekly Base twice a week say

As long as you use the right dosage I would say it's okay. I Personally use it once mid week with my Ybs.

Kyleakin Lofts · September 15, 2018

I used to use it on return from a race, but Robert Reid has serious doubts over it, so I have stopped. It is a very strong disinfectant, so kills good and bad bacteria, thus the need to re-line the gut after use with pre and pro biotics.