BILLY BUCKSKIN HOME & BEAUTY Chickie-Whiz Chicken Dust Bath — 5.5 lb Volcanic Ash for Cleaner Feathers & Natural Grooming

Chickie-Whiz is a 5.5 lb all-natural volcanic ash dust bath blend made in the USA to help chickens and small pets keep feathers and fur clean when bare soil isn't available.

This premium dust bath mix from BILLY BUCKSKIN HOME & BEAUTY recreates a natural rolling and preening surface for poultry and small animals. Formulated without additives or chemicals, Chickie-Whiz mimics the fine, dry particles birds seek for grooming and comfort. It’s packaged for ease of use in coops, runs, or portable dust bath containers and suits free-range flocks or confined birds who need a reliable dusting substrate.

How do I set up a dust bath with Chickie-Whiz?

Creating an attractive dusting spot takes minutes: choose a low-sided container, a shallow box or a 2 ft by 2 ft shallow pit and fill it with the mix. For confined flocks, combine Chickie-Whiz with a bit of clean dirt to imitate a natural surface. Position the bath in a dry, sheltered area so birds can use it whenever they wish.

• Fill a shallow container or low-sided box with the mix
• For coops, mix with dirt for texture if needed
• Keep bath in a dry, easy-to-access spot inside or outside
• Replace or refresh when soiled or after heavy use

What benefits will my flock notice after regular use?

Birds use dust baths to remove excess oil, debris and external particles from feathers; Chickie-Whiz provides the fine, dry grit they prefer. Regular access to the powder supports cleaner plumage and comfortable preening behavior without adding chemical additives. This product also doubles as enrichment, encouraging natural activity and reducing boredom in coop-bound birds.

• Encourages normal preening and rolling behaviors
• Helps keep feathers free of debris and excess oils
• Provides enrichment that reduces stress and boredom
• Works for poultry and many small pets like chinchillas

Is Chickie-Whiz safe to use around my animals and how do I store it?

Chickie-Whiz is made from 100% natural volcanic ash with no added chemicals or fragrances, suitable for adult chickens and most small pets. Avoid use with downy baby chicks until they have grown some true feathers. Store the bag in a cool, dry place to keep the powder free-flowing and to prevent moisture clumping.

• Natural volcanic ash only; no additives
• Not recommended for newly hatched chicks with down
• Keep in a sealed, dry storage area to maintain texture
• Use in a protected spot to avoid wetting from rain

How much product should I expect to use and for what animals?

Each 5.5 lb bag covers multiple dust baths depending on container size and flock frequency. It’s designed primarily for chickens but is also suitable for quails, bantams, and many small mammals that enjoy dusting. For larger flocks, keep extra bags on hand and refresh baths as they become visibly soiled.

• 5.5 lb bag supplies several small to medium baths
• Suitable for chickens, quail, chinchillas, gerbils and more
• Top up or replace when heavily soiled or compacted
• Scale quantity by number of birds and bath size

Who is this for: Chickie-Whiz is aimed at backyard flock keepers, small-scale farmers, and pet owners who want a natural, Made-in-USA dust bathing option. If you care about maintaining clean feathers, offering behavioral enrichment, or need a reliable dust substrate when soil isn’t available, this product fits coops, runs, pet enclosures and portable dust bath stations. Keep in mind it’s intended for adult birds and small animals that naturally dust bathe, not for very young chicks.