WD-40 & ear mites

[TF3]

Get your mind out of the gutter!
I posted it with a straight face.
Any nudging and winking is on you!



But I understand if it needs to be edited

 

[Dood]

Well, I can now understand why the product is so beloved and criticisms of it are practically sacrilegious - who ever their marketing or advertising firm is/was, they are GENIUS! :cheesysmile:

 

[MaggieJ]

Oh my goodness! Gotta love the Sixties!

I laughed so hard I have tears in my eyes. Let's see, I'd have been 14 when that ad came out. I wonder what I'd have made of it if I'd seen it then. :?

 

[wamplercathy]

its easier to keep smoking than to quit

It's easier to eat fast food than make a nutritious meal yourself

It's easier to keep doing what you've always done rather than change for the better

I can understand why you were banned, if you won't listen to reason, logic and science then fine, i just feel sorry for your rabbits and anyone who eats them

I think him being banned from BYMR is ridiculous, just like I think banning people for bringing up hot dogs and bacon is ridiculous. Just like I think your being banned from BYMR (or one of them, anyway) was very likely unfounded as well.

As much as we look over the ingredients of WD-40 and mull its toxicity, the fact remains that it seems to be quite widely used for rabbit ear mites, even being recommended by some veterinarians. Concerns of harm to rabbits from its use appear to be unsupported by any evidence of actual harm. Concerns of contamination of the meat have yet to be addressed by research, as far as I know.

I would not want to use WD-40 on the ears of a rabbit I was planning to eat, just because of the lack of knowledge. However, I have used Ivermectin on a couple of breeders that did not respond to oil. I would not want to use antibiotic injections on a rabbit I was planning to eat, but I have used topical antibiotic ointment.

I'm sure it is easier to use WD-40 and not have oil slung all over the place. It is not equitable to compare its use to things like smoking and overindulging in fast food, things which have lots of scientific evidence showing their harm. There is no evidence, scientific or anecdotal, as far as I know, which shows WD-40 is harmful to rabbits. If there were such evidence, then the folks at BYMR could have told him of it and sent him a link. There is none, which makes their banning of him a matter of arbitrary preference.

Well stated Miss M. I, personally, wouldn't want a spray being put in my ear and an oil is only slightly better. But their your rabbits and if it works for you, and you have not had any ill effects. Then so be it.


Love the ad TF3

 

[FourRingCircus]

OK, so I am thinking out loud here...

I have a doe that has mites that have not responded well to oil. Persistent little buggers! I really don't want to do ivermectin because of the antibiotic side of things. I actually am contemplating WD-40 as the potential "lesser of the two evils" if there is a chance that it will finally nip things - being sure to get it low in the ear, and use as little as possible in hopes that most of it will stay in. Both have side effects, but one is obviously more internal than external (ivermectin is guaranteed to make it into their body... WD-40 has a chance of staying out). (Although, I did just remember I hadn't tried Listerine yet... will try that first!)

Playing Devil's Advocate - the high doses being lethal... water can be deadly if one consumes too much. Round-up can be ingested straight from the bottle and it "won't kill you." Statistics and numbers can say just about whatever you want them to. I am sure it's not necessarily healthy, but maybe not as bad as one would expect? Or it could be absolutely awful and they just don't have the studies to prove it? There's no way of knowing...
I know many fishermen who used it on their artificial baits as an attractant, but many places have banned it's use since it is a petroleum product. Although, I don't really see a huge difference in that and gas powered engines that leave an oil slick on the water whenever they are fired up. :?

 

[MamaSheepdog]

I actually am contemplating WD-40 as the potential "lesser of the two evils" if there is a chance that it will finally nip things - being sure to get it low in the ear, and use as little as possible in hopes that most of it will stay in. (Although, I did just remember I hadn't tried Listerine yet... will try that first!)

I would try the Listerene (or rubbing alcohol) first, too... but honestly, the WD-40 doesn't sound that terrible. We are surrounded by petroleum products anyway- even Vaseline is petroleum based, for heaven's sake. :roll:

It certainly isn't anything I would want to apply on a daily basis, but one or two treatments doesn't sound like that big of a deal.

 

[FourRingCircus]

I actually am contemplating WD-40 as the potential "lesser of the two evils" if there is a chance that it will finally nip things - being sure to get it low in the ear, and use as little as possible in hopes that most of it will stay in. (Although, I did just remember I hadn't tried Listerine yet... will try that first!)

I would try the Listerene (or rubbing alcohol) first, too... but honestly, the WD-40 doesn't sound that terrible. We are surrounded by petroleum products anyway- even Vaseline is petroleum based, for heaven's sake. :roll:

It certainly isn't anything I would want to apply on a daily basis, but one or two treatments doesn't sound like that big of a deal.

Just put some in her ears... not well received, but hopefully it will be enough to get the last little bit.

When I got her the end of January (my first rabbits, pre-RT) I had no idea what to look for. Ended up with one that had vent disease (I have since culled her, and no sign of it with any of the other rabbits), and this one with raging ear mites. I treat her, think they are gone, then they come back. I am going to switch her to a metal cage as well b/c I am sure the hutch isn't helping (I have treated it with DE, but I guess I am missing some nooks and crannies, or they aren't quite dying off in the ear).

 

[BirchLane]

If they're being stubborn, seriously just go with a pyrethrin treatment. You can get it just about anywhere and it takes between 4-6 drops per ear to knock those horrible little suckers out in about 24 hours. Several studies have shown that it's perfectly fine in livestock and on plants intended for consumption, and it's completely out of the system in 48 hours.

 

[SuburbanHomesteader]

Considering that RT is "family friendly", I almost felt compelled to delete that post.

Glad you didn't. I fear most kids today see and hear far worse at school or on the internet. Besides, they have to READ it - there was no icon to click on to get the audio! So it's probably safe.

 

[MamaSheepdog]

Besides, they have to READ it - there was no icon to click on to get the audio! So it's probably safe.

There's audio?!?

 

[TF3]

Would Vaseline be effective?
Just wondering as the point is to smother the buggers.

Heritage, I used ivermectin on my buck and it was awesome with his persistent mites but I agree I would think twice about a brood doe.

 

[FourRingCircus]

Would Vaseline be effective?
Just wondering as the point is to smother the buggers.

Heritage, I used ivermectin on my buck and it was awesome with his persistent mites but I agree I would think twice about a brood doe.

With the few litters I have had, she was the rock star of the group - 11! And all were well taken care of. Really hoping to keep her around (although I have no idea how old she is :? unfortunately ).

 

[mike17l]

its easier to keep smoking than to quit

It's easier to eat fast food than make a nutritious meal yourself

It's easier to keep doing what you've always done rather than change for the better

I can understand why you were banned, if you won't listen to reason, logic and science then fine, i just feel sorry for your rabbits and anyone who eats them

I think him being banned from BYMR is ridiculous, just like I think banning people for bringing up hot dogs and bacon is ridiculous. Just like I think your being banned from BYMR (or one of them, anyway) was very likely unfounded as well.

As much as we look over the ingredients of WD-40 and mull its toxicity, the fact remains that it seems to be quite widely used for rabbit ear mites, even being recommended by some veterinarians. Concerns of harm to rabbits from its use appear to be unsupported by any evidence of actual harm. Concerns of contamination of the meat have yet to be addressed by research, as far as I know.

I would not want to use WD-40 on the ears of a rabbit I was planning to eat, just because of the lack of knowledge. However, I have used Ivermectin on a couple of breeders that did not respond to oil. I would not want to use antibiotic injections on a rabbit I was planning to eat, but I have used topical antibiotic ointment.

I'm sure it is easier to use WD-40 and not have oil slung all over the place. It is not equitable to compare its use to things like smoking and overindulging in fast food, things which have lots of scientific evidence showing their harm. There is no evidence, scientific or anecdotal, as far as I know, which shows WD-40 is harmful to rabbits. If there were such evidence, then the folks at BYMR could have told him of it and sent him a link. There is none, which makes their banning of him a matter of arbitrary preference.

My exact thoughts, thank you!

-- Wed Sep 23, 2015 9:31 pm --

This is not adding anything enlightening to the discussion, but I just saw this and thought of you all :lol:

Brilliance!!! <br /><br /> -- Wed Sep 23, 2015 9:33 pm -- <br /><br />

OK, so I am thinking out loud here...

I have a doe that has mites that have not responded well to oil. Persistent little buggers! I really don't want to do ivermectin because of the antibiotic side of things. I actually am contemplating WD-40 as the potential "lesser of the two evils" if there is a chance that it will finally nip things - being sure to get it low in the ear, and use as little as possible in hopes that most of it will stay in. Both have side effects, but one is obviously more internal than external (ivermectin is guaranteed to make it into their body... WD-40 has a chance of staying out). (Although, I did just remember I hadn't tried Listerine yet... will try that first!)

Playing Devil's Advocate - the high doses being lethal... water can be deadly if one consumes too much. Round-up can be ingested straight from the bottle and it "won't kill you." Statistics and numbers can say just about whatever you want them to. I am sure it's not necessarily healthy, but maybe not as bad as one would expect? Or it could be absolutely awful and they just don't have the studies to prove it? There's no way of knowing...
I know many fishermen who used it on their artificial baits as an attractant, but many places have banned it's use since it is a petroleum product. Although, I don't really see a huge difference in that and gas powered engines that leave an oil slick on the water whenever they are fired up. :?

I use about a half a second worth of spray/ear, and it works great.

DiHydrogen Monoxide will get you every time!

 

[Miss M]

Campho-Phenique is another option, and I need to get some to have on hand. I think Hoodat first mentioned using it. It's camphor, phenol, eucalyptus, and mineral oil. He's had great success with using it a few drops per ear. <br /><br /> -- Thu Sep 24, 2015 1:58 am -- <br /><br />

DiHydrogen Monoxide will get you every time!

Yeah, that's tricky stuff! :lol:

 

[FourRingCircus]

DiHydrogen Monoxide will get you every time!

Yeah, that's tricky stuff! :lol:

One of my teachers in HS asked us to do a report on "dihydrogen monoxide" - we were all too rushed to just get it done we never connected the dots :roll: http://www.dhmo.org/facts.html

 

[MamaSheepdog]

Hubs just received this via email:

WD-40 ~ Who knew!

I had a neighbor who bought a new pickup. I got up very early one Sunday morning and saw that someone had spray- painted red all around the sides of this beige truck (for some unknown reason).

I went over, woke him up, and told him the bad news. He was very upset and was trying to figure out what to do....probably nothing until Monday morning, since nothing was open.

Another neighbor came out and told him to get his WD-40 and clean it off. It removed the unwanted paint beautifully and did not harm his paint job that was on the truck. I was impressed!
WD-40 who knew?

"Water Displacement #40".
The product began from a search for a rust preventative solvent and degreaser to protect missile parts. WD-40 was created in 1953, by three technicians at the San Diego Rocket Chemical Company. Its name comes from the project that was to find a 'Water Displacement' Compound. They were finally successful for a formulation, with their 40th attempt, thus WD-40.

The 'Convair Company' bought it in bulk to protect their atlas missile parts. Ken East (one of the original founders) says there is nothing in WD-40 that would hurt you. When you read the 'shower door' part, try it. It's the first thing that has ever cleaned that spotty shower door. If yours is plastic, it works just as well as on glass. It's a miracle! Then try it on your stove-top. It's now shinier than it's ever been. You'll be amazed at the 43 uses of:

WD-40
1. Protects silver from tarnishing.
2. Removes road tar and grime from cars.
3. Cleans and lubricates guitar strings.
4. Gives floor that 'just-waxed' sheen without making them slippery.
5. Keeps the flies off of Cows, Horses, and other Farm Critters, as well. (Ya gotta love this one!!!)
6. Restores and cleans chalkboards.
7. Removes lipstick stains.
8. Loosens stubborn zippers.
9. Untangles jewelry chains.
10. Removes stains from stainless steel sinks.
11. Removes dirt and grime from the barbecue grill.
12. Keeps ceramic / terracotta garden pots from oxidizing.
13. Removes tomato stains from clothing.
14. Keeps glass shower doors free of water spots.
15. Camouflages scratches in ceramic and marble floors.
16. Keeps scissors working smoothly.
17. Lubricates noisy door hinges on both home and vehicles doors.
18. It removes that nasty tar and scuff marks from the kitchen flooring. It doesn't seem to harm the finish and you won't have to scrub nearly as hard to get them off. Just remember to open some windows if you have a lot of marks.
19. Remove those nasty Bug guts that will eat away the finish on your car if not removed quickly!
20. Gives a children's playground gym slide a shine for a super fast slide.
21. Lubricates gearshift and mower deck lever for ease of handling on riding mowers...
22. Rids kids rocking chair and swings of squeaky noises.
23. Lubricates tracks in sticking home windows and makes them easier to open.
24. Spraying an umbrella stem makes it easier to open and close.
25. Restores and cleans padded leather dashboards in vehicles, as well as vinyl bumpers.
26. Restores and cleans roof racks on vehicles.
27. Lubricates and stops squeaks in electric fans.
28. Lubricates wheel sprockets on tricycles, wagons, and bicycles for easy handling.
29. Lubricates fan belts on washers and dryers and keeps them running smoothly.
30. Keeps rust from forming on saws and saw blades, and other tools.
31. Removes grease splatters from stove-tops.
32. Keeps bathroom mirror from fogging.
33. Lubricates prosthetic limbs.
34. Keeps pigeons off the balcony (they hate the smell).
35. Removes all traces of duct tape.
36. Folks even spray it on their arms, hands, and knees to relieve arthritis pain.
37. Florida's favorite use is: 'cleans and removes love bugs from grills and bumpers.'
38. The favorite use in the state of New York, it protects the Statue of Liberty from the elements.
39. WD-40 attracts fish. Spray a little on live bait or lures and you will be catching the big one in no time. Also, it's a lot cheaper than the chemical attractants that are made for just that purpose. Keep in mind though, using some chemical laced baits or lures for fishing are not allowed in some states.
40. Use it for fire ant bites. It takes the sting away immediately and stops the itch.
41. It is great for removing crayon from walls. Spray it on the marks and wipe with a clean rag.
42. Also, if you've discovered that your teenage daughter has washed and dried a tube of lipstick with a load of laundry, saturate the lipstick spots with WD-40 and rewash. Presto! The lipstick is gone!
43. If you spray it inside a wet distributor cap, it will displace the moisture, allowing the engine to start.

 

[alforddm]

It is great for removing crayon from walls. Spray it on the marks and wipe with a clean rag.

:yeahthat:

The best use of WD40 ever found! With 4 kids I've had my share of crayon on the wall....now if someone could just figure out how to remove dry erase and sharpie :lol:

 

[Homer]

....now if someone could just figure out how to remove dry erase and sharpie :lol:

Acetone but it's kind of hard on the paint and you. :x

 

[FourRingCircus]

It is great for removing crayon from walls. Spray it on the marks and wipe with a clean rag.

:yeahthat:

The best use of WD40 ever found! With 4 kids I've had my share of crayon on the wall....now if someone could just figure out how to remove dry erase and sharpie :lol:

Eh... just put a frame around it and call it art :lol:

Although, it's always in the worst spots, isn't it?? My older 2 drew on the walls maybe once, each. The younger two? They are tornadoes on legs... sheesh! My youngest fully decorated our furniture while I was fixing lunch one day... thankfully it was semi-washable marker on microfiber and it actually came off!

 

[alforddm]

Eh... just put a frame around it and call it art :lol:

Although, it's always in the worst spots, isn't it?? My older 2 drew on the walls maybe once, each. The younger two? They are tornadoes on legs... sheesh! My youngest fully decorated our furniture while I was fixing lunch one day... thankfully it was semi-washable marker on microfiber and it actually came off!

That is great that it came off!

When my oldest two, who are 16 and 14 now, were about 4 and 2 our hallway got a rather nice "art work". My hubby asked the oldest who did it and he blamed his sister (she was the two year old) but hubby is an observant guy and noticed that many of the marks were too high for her to reach. :? :? :x He got punished for lying...