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highpeaksalpacas
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 Posted - 06/01/2011 : 10:21:51 AM
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Does anyone use Cylence pour-on on their alpacas?? If so, is it safe for all..and does it work?? How much do you use? This weather has created the WORST flies we have ever had... thanks
Debbie Potter
High Peaks Alpacas
Wilmington, NY
www.alpacanation.com/highpeaks.asp
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bturner
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jillmcm
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Posted - 06/01/2011 : 12:38:32 PM
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I didn't think Cylence did anything when I tried it, but Endure definitely does seem to work. I am using Equisect on the boys this year and Repel-X on the girls, and they do make a difference. I hate using chemical sprays, but this year has been ridiculous!
Jill McElderry-Maxwell
Bag End Suri Alpacas of Maine - ¡BESAME!
Benton, ME
(207) 453-0109
bagendsuris@roadrunner.com
http://www.bagendsuris.com
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highpeaksalpacas
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jillmcm
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Posted - 06/01/2011 : 2:45:20 PM
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Yes - the Repel-X has fewer active ingredients, and is "safer" - I thought it better to go as minimal as possible on the girls what with the cria, etc. The boys get somewhat better fly control, but at the cost of additional chemicals. Vet agreed that I should use as little as possible on the girls - but they have much better fans than the boys, so they're coping 
Jill McElderry-Maxwell
Bag End Suri Alpacas of Maine - ¡BESAME!
Benton, ME
(207) 453-0109
bagendsuris@roadrunner.com
http://www.bagendsuris.com
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tortkid43
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Posted - 06/01/2011 : 7:33:30 PM
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I have always used the Bronco fly repellent as it is water based and not oil based...What I have found to be very effective is diluting it approx 50/50 with the cheapest brand of mouth wash you can find (i.e. listerine) ...An old farmer told me about this and it works great...I don't know how it works but the alpacas do not mind the spray as I normally use the mint scented...
Mike
Mike and Maggie Carabajal
Rancho De La Luz Alpacas
Elgin, Tx
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rgoss1
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Posted - 06/01/2011 : 9:05:47 PM
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Last year, I tried all sorts of home remedy mixtures (vinegar, Skin So Soft etc). This year I'm back to using the Cylence. While we've had the wettest Spring ever recorded, we've not had too much of a fly problem yet.
thanks
Roxanne Goss
Lands End Alpacas LLC
Vermilion, Ohio
gossr@roadrunner.com 440-225-4138 |
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joeykatp
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Posted - 06/07/2011 : 4:30:04 PM
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GET SOME BARN SWALLOWS! I can't believe the fly relief! At first I was concerned about a fire, but I can't see where there is anything to really ignite, especially since I use the "green" bulbs. I don't think they get as hot. Oh, why am I talking about lights? For some reason, they nest on top of the light fixtures. I didn't buy any fly predators this year and we're doing better than when the predators are at work. The swallow's diet is 70% big, fat flies!
Kathy Paternoster
Our Father's Farm
New Hampton, NY
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southernson
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Judith
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Posted - 06/11/2011 : 07:38:03 AM
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@Mike C - the reason it's working so well may be the mint. Mint seems to be a natural fly deterrent. I've tried using various sprays (Endure, Bronco, Skin-So-Soft, etc.) on my alps and they absolutely hate to be sprayed, even on the legs. Nothing clears my barn faster than when they see me coming with the spray bottle. I swear, they're better about shots! Hence all the ducks and chickens roaming my barnyards, and I also love the swallows (at least when they're not swooping me when I'm trying to scoop). Personally, we have so many gnats hanging around this year from the tall grass that I've taken to bathing in Jean Nate before going outdoors. I can't wait until my neighbors do the first mowing!
Judith Korff
AlpacaNation Forum Co-Moderator
LadySong Farm Bolivian Suri Alpacas
Randolph, NY 14772
Cell: (716) 499-0383
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tortkid43
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Posted - 06/11/2011 : 3:16:59 PM
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Judith...I suspect you are right on with that...I even took it a step futher and pureed some fresh mint I grow and added it to the mix....The alpacas seem to enjoy the scent and I have very few issues with flies at all....
Mike
Mike and Maggie Carabajal
Rancho De La Luz Alpacas
Elgin, Tx
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animalfa
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Posted - 06/12/2011 : 12:54:17 PM
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This may sound silly, but after reading the suggestions, do you think just spraying a diluted mint mouthwash on the pacas would work against the flies?
Mine also flee if they even suspect I have the spray bottle, any ideas for that?
Thanks-
Pam Farnham
Berkeley Springs, WV 25411 |
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katy
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Posted - 06/22/2011 : 11:35:06 AM
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We use Tempo SC Ultra to spray surfaces. We spray it on barn floors and walls we also spray it on bean piles. It is a very safe product, resturaunts use it in their kitchens. It keeps flies awy for up to 30 days. A little goes a long way.
Katy Holland
Alpacas of Holland Acres
32749 800th ave
Olivia, MN 56277
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Judith
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Posted - 06/22/2011 : 6:00:41 PM
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Katy, is it toxic? I'd like to try it on surfaces, but wouldn't want my poultry to get into it and get sick or die.
Judith Korff
AlpacaNation Forum Co-Moderator
LadySong Farm Bolivian Suri Alpacas
Randolph, NY 14772
Cell: (716) 499-0383
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BOlsen
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Posted - 06/23/2011 : 09:29:07 AM
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Not sure if this is the one Katy is referring to but if you google "tempo sc ultra" you'll find alot of links. It is recommend not to ingest it, get it into the water supply, toxic to aquatics, and it is recommended to not get it onto your skin.
http://www.drugs.com/vet/tempo-sc-ultra-premise-spray.html
Brian Olsen
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katy
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Posted - 06/23/2011 : 5:02:47 PM
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This is from the label...Tempo SC has been EPA-registered and is labeled for use in virtually any area including livestock buildings, horse stables, swine houses, poulty houses and is safe enough to use in around the home, schools, on lawns, trees, and etc. It is a no odor, non-staining, long lasting, safe insecticide that targets a huge variety of pests and so you know that you can trust the effectiveness of Tempo SC Ultra.
Katy Holland
Alpacas of Holland Acres
32749 800th ave
Olivia, MN 56277
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katy
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Posted - 07/06/2011 : 10:54:20 AM
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Brian, You will find those kind of warnings on almost all products. Its pretty standard. Tempo is one of the safest thingss you can use and is long lasting and highly effective
Katy Holland
Alpacas of Holland Acres
32749 800th ave
Olivia, MN 56277
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BOlsen
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Posted - 07/06/2011 : 2:57:56 PM
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Thanks for that info Katy,
I may give this a try. Our flys are not too bad yet but the pesky little nats are diving the poor 'pacas nuts & me too.
Brian Olsen
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Christiane
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Posted - 07/06/2011 : 4:01:43 PM
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Katy, Where do you get the Tempo SC?
Christiane Rudolf
Tanglewood Farm
19741 Victory Lane
Fayetteville, Ohio 45118
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katy
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Posted - 07/07/2011 : 2:33:22 PM
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We sell it where I work which is at an agronomy center. I have seen it on line for alot cheaper. Make sure you get the liquid and not the powder. It is much easier to get mixed. We put it in a 2 gallon hand sprayer.
Katy Holland
Alpacas of Holland Acres
32749 800th ave
Olivia, MN 56277
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maryk
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Posted - 01/02/2012 : 11:21:17 AM
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| This information is so helpful as I have a friend who has alpacas. I have done some work for her taking care of them and yes flies are terrible. I am going to let her know about all the different remedies that all of you have tried and see if some of them work for her. Although I don't think she likes using chemicals so we wil probably go for the natural stuff. Thanks. |
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