Also on label Diatomaceoous Earth with Calcium Bentonite- Analysis: Ash(Mineral Matter) Maximum 95%,Moisture 8% Is the correct product to use, or does it need to be labeled only Food Grade? I understand Nematodes a while to be effective and are more of a long term solution so wondering what we can use in the yard thats safe for them to get faster results? I recently moved into an apartment and found out that the patio is infested with fleas. Hi Natasha, I shared your website address with Next Door Neighborhood Online Community Network because I found that DE also kills Oak Mites which we have all been suffering from here in the Midwest. How much did she put down lol? Oh, I also touched the moist tissue to the nose just to moisten em up a bit. I personally dont recommend that you use it for direct application, if you want to kill fleas on your dog just give them a wash in dawn soap and warm water. Neem is a natural moisturizer (Indian Lilac). It's also inexpensive, simple to use and much safer than many store-bought detox products or plans. I dont know how or when they got so bad but, my home was infested. Here are some of the most common. A few days after our house had been serviced by pest control, we noticed my chihuahua started itching. I will be giving him the info on the de & borax. Hi Valerie! I was told by one person I could sprinkle on my dogs food? Do you have a flea comb? DE is also completely safe for the family so you can use it without worrying, just give it a dust off after about 24 hours. All natural.Plus the money I save I can afford to buy them better quality food and treats. I have been using borax periodically as a precaution, but after doing some research heard about DE and that it was more safe then borax, which is still a great product but not something I would use in the kitchen, on bedding, or near my pets food dishes. I use the same (okay, maybe a little looser) rules in my garden as I do in my bathroom: A little cleanup each day keeps the unwanted guests from taking up house. I tried a natural spray I found at hardware store without luck. It is a pleasure, I enjoy helping the community! I then proceed to shake it wherever needed, I recommend that you do the same. So, how did you avoid this nightmare using your broom as you instructed??? Treated him and the other two cats with Advantage and hundreds fell off. Hi Calmtmpr! Hi, I was wondering at what age I can use this on my pups?? Another question is, how long can they go without feeding on blood before they die?.. I was wondering how DE can be given to animals for parasites like worms in dogs and cats? On 7/16/2013 you commented to someone that they could use the nematodes and DE at the same time and then in this comment you say not to use them together so which is correct? Here are a few easy steps that you can follow to get rid of fleas in your home using diatomaceous earth. Ive read through some of the comments, clearly I am using WAY too much. There is some evidence that environmental application of diatomaceous earth to the indoor environmentincluding carpets and cat scratcherscan kill fleas in the environment, says Dr. Elizabeth Falk, a board-certified veterinary dermatologist at Cornell University Veterinary Specialists in Stamford, Connecticut. I am glad that I could be of assistance and hope to see you back soon. Hey David! Glad that you like them Provided you get food grade DE, she will be fine. I now have a horrible flea infestation. I just got a nine week puppy and my yard has fleas, I have a canal in the backyard and also some stray cats, squirrels and opossum visit my yard. $9.97 for a bag at Home depot 100% diatomaceous earth. The idea is to provide a tempting treat for the insects so they will focus on the trap crop instead of the main crop. Okay, gonna give this a try I have 3 cats, an old boy and 2 younger girls. Thanks for your help. Im wondering if a mixture of both DE and Boric acid would be more effective than just using one or the other. Thats a great tip . I do leave Boo go outside to roam around during the day, and he mainly comes in at night to eat/sleep. Honestly, I have never used DE internally so I cannot comment. A day later, I wonder if I should let this application sit for a while or if I need to vacuum it up and dust again? If you cannot find any in your area, consider using borax instead. Would this work for ticks? Glad you managed to get hold of it locally, definitely saves you a load of trouble. Safe for Humans & Pets which should arrive in 2 days time. Thanks!! Do you think this will work ok? Just want to be sure I got the correct product. for fleas to get rid of them once and for all so that you can let your dogs out whenever they want. Would it be ok to simply distribute the DE around the whole house and leave it on for at least a week before vacuuming to be sure we get both the adult fleas and their eggs? I almost went crazy last time and DE saved my sanity. Still a ways to go yet as the dog seems to have a histamine reaction to the fleas, but havent seen live ones in a few days. I thought I would vacuum tonight it up tonight. Food grade DE is used in products like facial masks and scrubs because of its gentle abrasiveness. That being said, thanks to all those that gave tips I will come back each day and read more of them. It has long been used in the control of fleas, bed bugs, ants, and other household pests. It was a liquid that you apply to the back of your pets neck. It was very informative even though Ive been researching DE for a few weeks. Alternatively, you could always water down the area and mop it up, since it didnt sound like it was on stuff like carpets, etc. I could not believe how infested that poor dog was, he is a 112 pound chocolate lab and seeing that many fleas was impossible. How. It doesnt, its not really a repellent. Hi Darlene! and a decent spot on treatment for your pets and you should be flea free in no time . I hope you find these answers satisfying, thanks for taking the time to comment! I plan on doing this each day for probably a month seeing as how a flea can lay 40 eggs in a day. Thank you for this info. Plus theyve got them pretty bad, so I figured I lay have to retreat them multiple tubes to get rid of them. I wouldnt take their word for it. Hi Denise! Yes, its most likely a cause of left over flea eggs from the previous flea infestation. Hi Cindy! They all eat it as well. Since our new house was built in 1947, there are tons of cracks in baseboards. I also want to hook up a radio loud, to keep them thinking someone is home, or whatever they say to do, to keep them hatching. Hi Theresa! Hi Elizabeth! Just found carpet beetle larvae in my home!! I understand you are not a vet or a doctor, but do you have an opinion about the wisdom of allowing them to romp in the back yard? Hi Natasha, We think our 2 cats brought fleas into our home. And I am finding that the labels I am reading says 100% pure freshwater DE is that what I want? In laboratory tests, it caused lung inflammation and emphysema [13]. We dont really want to hurt the snakes as they are harmless black snakes and are doing a good job of keeping rodents from entering our home (we live in a huge hay field so we are a target). How often should I repeat the treatments since I seem to be getting newly hatched ones so soon after the treatment? Thank you very much DE wont work if you mix it with water (for killing fleas that is). We live on a nature preserve and have found them in our yard. Hi Momo! I have been on amazon and ordered food grade DE, we have a combination of laminate, hard wood and carpets. It even develops collagen in some folks faces. The goal of using diatomaceous earth for flea control is to minimize fleas in your pet's environment. Her primary medical interests are preventive medicine and client education. Although food-grade DE is safer for home use than filter grade, there are still potential safety hazards for pets and humans, especially if its inhaled. What do you recommend? Ive done some research on DE but having a hard time finding DE that is labeled FOOD GRADE. Hi Natasha, I have two baby pigmy goats, 30 chicks (number to be reduced as soon as I determine which are roosters) that share an enclosed area. Thank you!! I decided to get the pure stuff and use the red lakes stuff for outside pests. Nothing was helping. Should it be safe to release my cats to walk on it? Since then every other article says something else. Legumes like clover and vetch act as fantastic living mulch between rows, or under-sown. if i apply lightly around the corners of bedrooms and around bed can we sleep in that room ? How would you apply DE to floorboards with huge gaps and years of dust in between? Thanks for the feedback, I really appreciate it! Also, Im a bit confused after reading the above comments. Hey Vicki! I have a free range house rabbit and 7 cats, I live in New Zealand. Didnt think anymore about it. they are covered in fleas. Im now realizing I probably used more than necessary so will sweep first then vacuum. Oh boy,I already applied it and left it for 24 hours and i still see them attack me.Should I leave the component for 4 days and more? Hey Shannon! Just got done blowing up my house with this stuff (100% food grade from organic store) already notice huge difference. In higher quantities, crystalline silica (which is often the reason for the deficit) can cause toxicity and this needs to be avoided if you are going to be using it for flea control. DE can also absorb moisture from your eyes, so dont hesitate to rinse them from time to time. Since you have likely done some research on diatomaceous earth before reading this article, its highly probable that you have come across people on forums, blogs and even social media getting rather vocal about the dangers of diatomaceous earth. I have three cats and one dog with fleas, have used DE (food grade) all over the house and on them. If you leave a comment, I typically respond within 48 hours. I would prefer to avoid using a bomb and am interested in DE. OH NO my husband just spread Pool grade DE all over in the cats out side pen. Although diatomaceous earth is nontoxic to humans . Same thing might be happening with Advantage too. Notable is the damage suffered by potatoes from this insect, resulting in grooves marking the surface or small holes in the skin and outer flesh. They have been treated with frontline and show no signs of fleas. My pets Are being treated, but I knew I would have eggs/larvae in my carpets. This is ground remains of a freshwater algae called Diatoms. Sound unsightly? She loves it! Will it clog up the new hoover? Keep out of their eyes though. Please consider sharing this post with your friends so they can benefit too . She is pretty friendly and I was trying to figure out what to do about her scratching (fleas) feral cat = fleas. This year, were infested. Gottaga is white so you can actually see them crawling all over him. So, again, I am assuming that this is the correct product. Hi Aileen, probably just a couple to be honest. Thank you Thank you this product is amazing. My question to you is, what is the best thing I can do to treat my dogs at the same time Im treating my house? I just purchased a hand duster for the back yard to use to spread the DE. Hey Jessica! After 2 treatments I havent seen any fleas and thought they were completely gone, until today. Let me know if you have any other questions! We have bathed him with dawn, rubbed him down with Natural Care + and dusted his bedding area with this powder. The DE will kill fleas but will not kill their eggs, unless the larvae emerges while the DE is still down. Pool grade gets the job done, but so does the food grade alternative. Here it is: take a form plate and put warm water in it and sprinkle dawn dishwashing liquid in the water. Hey Cath! It shows photos of animals and says it is safe to use in a chicken coop. So I buy this DE and sprinkle it on my cat and my bed every week for a month? I dont usually like to hard sell something, but its only $9 and since you need a holistic approach here (that covers everything), its going to save us both time lol. Glad that you are getting some relief, also try using some DIY flea traps (article on this blog) at night, it is a great combo. Secondly, since its not carpets, just leave it down for the full three weeks. I sit and pull these specks out one by one. I was planning on dusting the rug, carpet and concrete then vacuuming up after 24 hours. I put de all over carpet basement and left it there now for 5 days. 3) DE kills any critter with an exoskeleton (insects/bugs/spiders), snails and slugs. It may not be as effective, for example, in areas with higher humidity. Hey Adrienne! But is gold dust to me. Hi Wayne! i purchased Diatomaceous Earth, food Grade from a company called Root Naturally LLC off of amazon prime. We bought the DE last time not knowing about the food grade. Thank you so much for your help!!! Try a spot on for your pets and continue the DE on the floors, etc. I wore a dust mask as I spread the DE around and noticed that my sinuses were very dry afterwards. I am wondering how often I can get away with dusting her. Hi, i found your post recently when we started getting invested with fleas. You can use this on plants and the ground and it is suggested that it be applied in the morning hours. My skin has never been so clear. The pest pistol. Hi Lynn, it works the same way and you can follow the same steps as described in this article. I havnt tried it but after a little research, I dont recommend it. We used a fogger in our boys room as their room was the worst. If you have sprayed with nematodes, you dont need to use DE so dont bother If you are having success with that, I suggest sticking with it as for outdoor use, I think its a better solution. Hi Suzanne, the dawn and warm water should have killed the fleas instantly, if it didnt, perhaps you didnt reach all areas during the wash. Alternatively, it is possible that he got the fleas from his bedding before they were flea free, thus starting the cycle again. The food-grade version of DE contains a much lower level of silica than the versions used for industrial work. Real Cheap, $9.00 for 4lbs plastic tub, or they had large plastic pages for $12.00 many pet stores carry it too but be prepared to pay 25.00 for small cantainer. It wont hurt them, dont stress. Its a pleasure I havent done it myself but I have had a couple of my readers saying that it does have health benefits. I suggest you get yourself a bug guide so you really know who the bad guys are. I bought the DE, flea products for the animals, and am washing bedding. I dont want to support this inhumane disgusting practice of animal testing and hopefully you dont either. And, while fleas arent technically supposed to take up residence on people, the ones we have seem perfectly content in my daughters thick locks. Hey Jason! Hey April! Im constantly finding flea eggs and droppings EVERYwhere, mostly in hard to reach places where I cant properly clean. That being said. I am unsure about the moisture and the calcium bentonite. I then tried DE a week ago, left it down for 3 days before vacuuming and it seemed to kill a lot of fleas. This natural substance is believed to be efficient against various types of intestinal worms in dogs, including roundworms, whipworms, and hookworms. For internal parasites, Dr. Yassom says, you can use DiatomaceousEarth Food Grade Powder in your pet's food to help . I recommend giving him a wash in dawn soap and warm water, brushing him real good and then applying a spot on treatment. The Diatomaceus Earth (food grade), salt, and DIY traps are just as well Just a little more effort but better for your health and pets well being. Vacuuming twice (sometimes three) times a day for weeks now and always empty it outside and in a bag. The experience with bed bugs and fleas is, the fleas are harder to get rid of due to having two animals walking around as hosts. I have a question. I live in a rural area next to a creek so there is lots of brush and wooded area. That being said, rather dont put anymore down if you can easily purchase some food grade stuff because it is better. I wanted to plant grass so I tilled up the yard, pulled out all the weeds, and planted grass seed. Would it be safe to say that applying it on a regular basis would help maintain a flea free home? DE is great, glad you are having success! It is a pleasure! For about a year now I have been using this Earth I place 1/2 tsp on their breakfast every morning. Also, I always recommend a bagged vacuum cleaner; using a HEPA type bag helps keep dust and other particles from being sent back into your room as you use the machine. I was just happy to get DE the same day since Home Depot was a few blocks away. Hi All, I am just seeing this site and I love it. (She was sleeping on my bedroom floor at the start of the outbreak. I took almost 30 fleas off my American Toy Eskimo this morning. Thanks everyone. Yes, its absolutely safe. I tried refined salt, several bombs and what not. If you were told by a certified individual that it will not hurt your pets, then you should be able to trust them. The only way I find a flea is visual inspection by hand and I always catch the little buggers. Im going thru this flea invasion and have discovered something that may be helpful to some of you. Glad to have helped, and thanks for taking the time to leave me such a lovely message. Rich Winter, Hey Rich! Yesterday I vacuumed and washed all my bedding, and today I saw one sitting on my pillow after I woke up. Although I dont have an infestation per se, what would you suggest to get rid of what ever is here before it turns into a problem. Then after vacuuming, repeat the process to ensure that they are all dead. How should I apply it? Other than those outlets, remember that you can definitely purchase it from your local shops in your area. Hope that helps, share this with your friends! While both have their pros and cons, this article is going to investigate a substance called diatomaceous earth (sometimes called DE) that has over a decade of successful results for killing fleas in homes around the world. Again sorry for the essay and I will definitely update you on this. I set out homemade traps to see the extent of the infestation but did not catch any fleas. Hi Sharon, apologies, I meant to specifically say cats when advising about their liver. I need to have these gone by Friday and I am desperate to get them dead ASAP without using a bug bomb. Its better to treat fleas on your dog or remove fleas on your cats by using alternative methods. If an extremely large amount is inhaled, people may cough and have shortness of breath. The first time I did it lightly with flea DE from Home Depot (only 90% DE) and the fleas were still there but less. I wear contacts and after applying the DE dust my eyes got irritated. Wed suggest getting a combination nematode bundle like this one from Arbico Organics that is effective against flea beetle as well as other garden pests. If you decide to apply DE to your yard, please do it on a non-windy day, keep dusting to ground level, and consider temporarily covering flowering plants. Hey Lacey! They seem to be fine & its been about 4 hrs. Its been 4 months and my 3 cats and 2 dogs have all been flea free. I highly recommend that you rub the powder into the carpets with a broom to make sure it reaches the fleas. Hi Linda! Its not that its dangerous chemically, its just can cause respiratory issues for small animals, if handled incorrectly. Mainly just wanted to pass along the suggestion on where to use DE on your pet if you get that desperate, and thank you for all your hard work. Hi Sharlon, yes that sounds perfect, good luck! Do you know if this is correct? In one older study published in the European Journal of Medical Research, DE was shown to reduce blood cholesterol, but since the study didnt include a placebo-controlled group, these findings cant be absolutely determined. After doing a little research (havnt seen that in my country), it seems that you may have purchased feed grade variant of DE. Someone told me about DE, so I got some and used it 2 days ago, not sure if it is working or not ?? Yes, you dont need to keep washing them to kill fleas if you have DE in place, just make sure its food grade. Hadnt read your website, though, until this morning (great, detailed information, and such a quick turn around for questions). I still have to do my room beyond what was done in the doorway but that may be tomorrow. Hi Shannon, most of the fleas should be dead by now but if your cats are carrying them, they will just re-infest your home. My plan was to sprinkle DE all over the floors upstairs and let it sit for as long as it needed to It has been a week almost, and it is definitely better, it seems like all I have now are baby ones now. Reading through your article and comment feeds, I find I do have a question. It can also be added to areas inside the home, like carpets, cat scratchers, and pet kennels, Falk says. We will discuss specifics on this a little later but be assured, its definitely not going to cost much! I suspect my problem is coming from residual pupae waiting to hatch. How could this be? Also put a flea traps down (I have a guide on how to make your own) and you will find relief. Extra light? Hi William, rather just use the nematodes first and see how that goes, as from my personal experience, DE isnt great outside. Yes, provided its food grade and you vacuum it up (otherwise it can be a bit dehydrating to her body), that will be fine. Diatomaceous Earth- Is made from fossil materials of marine creatures. Hope that helps. But since Im here, of course my dog was playing in the yard and fleas jumped on him! While it should be fine (based on you description of the product), I recommend keeping your pets, etc. Yes, unfortunately you will experience a similar situation with DE. I sure hope you can help me. Is it safe to put this up on my upholstered bed that my kids and myself sleep on? Please feel free to edit this as you might see fit. Hi, we noticed a few fleas yesterday. If your pet is coughing or sneezing, take them to clear air, make sure their bed is up off the ground for a while. I think its an environmental thing,if so, How can I repel them and kill the ones in here off for good? Insane is what these pests make you. Apparently it will pass through digestive system and can destroy parasites (like worms). We have hardwood floors and have used it along all floors and keep a dusting in the gaps in the floors. Thank you so much for the support, Sincerely, A Clean Freak. If you have a large home, grab yourself a slightly bigger one. Thanks. Its a pleasure, glad that you have found it beneficial! Was told it was safe to use on my 13 house cats, yes 13 cos they r so ate up with fleas. I was concerned the DE would affect his breathing or cause respiratory problems since he is so little and the DE is dehydrating . Hu, some very useful comments on here! Or did I just waste my time with that and actually need pure 100% DE? . I came across your site with sheer desperation. That sounds like a good plan, try it and let me know how it goes! Readers, this is also beneficial for humans to take for many reasons. If that doesnt help, let me know and I will help you more. I wouldnt feel comfortable saying yes or no without actually seeing the product you are referring to. Of course I will be treating the stray cat Boo for fleas with more Revolution (it is due again) and more Capstar pills, before I let him in the cleaned up basement again. Thanks bunches. If yes, how often should it be applied? is also killed by it, I suggest you give that a try. These fleas seem hardier than in other years when weve had a problem. Hope that helps! Thanks so much for the info Natasha!! I had my entire house sprayed by a verminator one week ago and within one day,those bugs showed up.I live a nightmare.. Hi John! It lists the ingredients on the bag as 85% DE silicon dioxide, 10% Other element oxides, 5% moisture. Non-food or filter-grade diatomaceous earth is toxic to mammals. It is supposed to be safe (gives instructions for feeding cattle right on the bag) and says it is food grade. It cannot be used as a preventative measure unfortunately. I stomp around to activate the pupae to hatch out and get dozens on my ankles. Good luck! . In fact, although they do bite and can make you very itchy, fleas have to find an animal host eventually otherwise they will die. In conclusion, using this simple and natural powder can do wonders for household flea problems. Im worried about coming back to a huge flea infestation! Literally field tested it during hunting season with great results! Thank you for your article! If you have any concerns, let me know and I will assist you personally . . LOL, Am I forgetting anything? With DE, less is better. Ive border my parrot for the past week dog who doesnt have fleas has been at my parents for a week, I threw out 75% of my stuff, (I had a lot of clutter) so thats a good thing its good to purge, BUT, they got me. Amanda: I saw the same bag the other night at my local home improvement store. How can I get it up without spreading it all over my house? But when I walk around my bedroom i do not have fleas jumping on me. In fact, food grade diatomaceous earth can even be used to kill other pests like bed bugs, chiggers and gnats so feel free to try it elsewhere if you are having a problem with those in your home. I hope the DE does the trick!! Hi Lizzette, that will be fine, actually even better Just take a moment each day to brush it in the carpet a little bit. makeup, etc.) Hi Jon! Most importantly, I am happy that you have had positive results. Ive read in several places that Borax/boric acid is bad for kitties lungs. Hi George, sure thing. Combine all these and I am positive you will win the battle. I did one bedroom and the hallway and closed the door. The bag is the same size as the Safer brand, 4.4 lbs. Hi Jim. Organic gardening is the responsible choice for many reasons. And what brand? This is a valuable cultural control. Even so, I am careful about putting too much of it on my pets because it dehydrates the skin. I have an entire article on the best flea treatments for cats, check it out and hit me up if you have any questions about the steps . Putting it in your bedding would be VERY drying to your skinand I wouldnt want to be breathing it either Dealing with leftover fleas from dang foxes that moved into my barn. As well as myself. Should I be doing this several days in a row? Natasha,can the DE be used on cloth furniture (sofa etc?). My pups (7 & 4 lbs) run around through the DE snow. Hi Katie! Im so glad I came across your site, Ive read several articles, all very helpful! The DE is still a powder so its not gotten wet. I sprinkled this rather liberally throughout the house. It is a pleasure, glad that my site helped you. Thanks a million for getting back to me Natasha! He said he felt nothing while in there and slept good (I still plan on putting DE in his room today). I apply it with my hands, they get a little dry but nothing a good wash and some lotion wont cure. I went through the entire house and put salt all over the carpet and furniture (real fine almost powdered). I am freaked out by all of this. Since DE is effective vs a number of pests, its definitely the right option in your case, even for bed bug problems. For outside infestations, I have recently been recommending either a lime treatment or for my readers to use beneficial nematodes to kill fleas in the yard. Although it can take awhile, it works and I am sure that you will be flea free soon. While research about the effectiveness of diatomaceous earth for flea control is unsubstantiated, there are some advantages to using food grade diatomaceous earth. Good luck! Just an fyi for anyone looking for this stuff, I just bought a 20 lb bag of it from tractor supply company for $9. Okay to go ahead and use my normal liquid cleaner after vacuuming the hardwood?? Keep strong! Going to try the food grade DE in the yard but I have a question: Will it hurt snakes? 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