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Diatomaceous Earth Tips and Uses

Which pests does Diatomaceous Earth control? Most indoor invaders include roaches, silverfish, spiders and even fleas are impacted by DE.  Adding DE in your chickens’ dust bath mixture helps prevent problems with lice. DE also has many uses around the home and barn, as it can help control fleas on dogs, and to reduce parasites in horses, pigs, and other animals.

  • A natural product composed of ground fossil diatoms
  • Diatomaceous Earth (freshwater type)
  • Contains Food Grade Amorphous Silica
  • Can be used in feed as an Anti-caking agent
  • A natural, organic insect killer, DE kills by physical action and not chemical
  • Use on animals, plants stored grain & around the house to control household & plant pests

Diatomaceous Earth for dogs, cats, small pets, fowl, etc.

Diatomaceous Earth is a naturally occurring powder that is great for pet owners. It’s the perfect alternative to using harmful and expensive chemicals for controlling fleas, ticks and mites – both on or around your pet. You can also use it as a preventative measure to protect your dogs and cats from harmful parasites. Just sprinkle a little bit on their food or mix it in with their food and they’ll live healthy and worm free. It’s the perfect product for pet owners that want to live natural and only want the best for their pets.  It’s the perfect product for cat owners that want to live natural and only want the best for their pets

Moreover, rabbits, hamsters, guinea pigs, gerbils, and other small animals are among the toughest to treat for mites, fleas, and other harmful pests. Their skin is so soft and sensitive that flea powders, shampoos, and even soapy baths can cause great irritation and fur loss. Also, Diatomaceous earth is among the leading treatments recommended by veterinarians. Simply rub as little as 1 teaspoon into the coat or fur every other day until the infected areas have been resolved. These little guys can also handle small amounts spread throughout their cages to prevent harsh smells and further outbreaks. Food grade diatomaceous is safe and non-toxic to even the smallest and most fragile of pets.

Basics For Grandpa’s Diatomaceous Earth for your Gardening

  1. Safe for vegetable and flower gardens
  2. Safe for adults, children, and pets
  3. Application up to the day of harvest
  4. Fast and easy application

Grandpa’s Diatomaceous Earth Can be applied to gardens in two different ways – wet or dry. Diatomaceous Earth can be mixed with water and sprayed directly onto plants (ratio of at least 2 tsp of Grandpa’s Diatomaceous Earth® to one-gallon water).  As always, since there are no negative side effects, there is no harm in adding more DE per gallon.