Hey Shannon! If you do use DE outside, keep in mind that it needs to be dry otherwise it wont work at all. I havent tried the DE yet. Im ready to give this a try, do I have to leave with my pups (they are 15 and 18 lbs) or can I put the DE down and we stay home???? After sweeping it up, I am still going to have a powder residue. Thank you everyone for sharing it gives me hope that this will work! Our cat lives down there. Diatomaceous earth is extremely effective for killing fleas that are hiding in carpets, either in your home or even outside where your pets might enjoy taking a rest. As replant is my new cologne and linen spray. But yes, I have heard the same things. After digging around even further, it seems that it can even also be consumed in small quantities to deal with various ailments! The bag is the same size as the Safer brand, 4.4 lbs. I also wanted to ask.the DE my husband got is food grade mixed with bentonite clay (Red Lakes brand).is that sufficient? Hi Stephanie, thanks for the feedback. Then I saw your site. Hi Kim! But it doesnt have to only be ingested to be effective. We are not getting as many bites so think we are on the way to winning the battle. Also, our animals (one cat, one dog) sleep on our beds at night. I have read your complete article and many of the comments as well. Thank you for all the wonderful information on DE. Diatomaceous earth is likely best for environmental treatment when used in conjunction with products that get applied directly to the pet, like flea preventatives, says Falk. I have never used one with that filter but let me put it this way, its basically just dust. Hello. And how often do I need to sift the DE over the carpets + vacuum? Hi Rick! For example, that will probably not be under the stove but rather on carpets, your pets living areas, etc. (this was all in a 2 week time). De fleas..De worms..my pets have never looked so fresh and healthy. Leave the area. That being said, thanks to all those that gave tips I will come back each day and read more of them. Seen a few fleas but they were already twitching and trying to flea (pun intended). And, when you say that essential oils may harm the liver, is this from ingesting the oil by licking it off or by smell alone? Thank you so much for this! If you apply to the pets coat just dont go nuts with too much or too often. However, she sleeps on my bed; she has for 10 years and there is no changing that. Situations where you want to use natural methods for flea control. Could you please go over the instructions for using it again? 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? DE can harm the Nematodes. Thanks for your tips, really appreciate yo helping out Sarah! Should the food grade DE b white, or is it more of an off white-tannish color with speckles? And w/ furniture, how long should you leave it on? Will it decrease effectiveness? Diatomaceous earth for dogs and cats is often recommended as a natural option for keeping fleas at bay. I will keep updating!! If you cannot find at local stores ( I did not know about Tractor stores), you can order it from Amazon. Is it also safe to use DE? Let us all know how that goes . Do I need a special comb? It kinda disappears. Hey Jessica! I even give my kitties a flea bath. Here is everything you need to know about using diatomaceous earth for fleas so that you can make an informed decision about whether it is the right choice for your home and pets. If my eyes got irritated, so did my animals eyes get irritated. And dawn takes gress out of your way. Any ideas? . They came off an Amish farm. The little buggers were in her bedding! How about my 2 year old son? Hope that helps! What can I use to sprinkle it with so I dont put to much or make a mess Our fleas are getting out of control and this product was recommended by a worker at our local tractor supply I absolutely hate fleas and its driving me crazy trying to get rid of them! Just a very small amount! I applied it when the dog and baby werent home. Pure is best and application matters as well. I was told by one person I could sprinkle on my dogs food? Much appreciated, have a fantastic weekend, please share this with your friends! Hi Jon! You can find DE at hardware stores. I was told about Diatomaceous Earth Food Grade- from a friend. I have never had a flea problem before in my 27 yrs as a pet owner, and Ive only recently heard of DE so I was just wondering what the best way to use it would be. Im really sorry now that i did that. Its really as easy as that. However, best bet would be to phone them and ask if it is safe. Didnt read them all, because I want these creatures gone fast, but I appreciate how you are taking time to answer everyone! Its been 4 months and my 3 cats and 2 dogs have all been flea free. They feed on tick larvae so break their life cycle and kill off the parasite. Easy Peasy! Some recommend tilling under the trap crop once it becomes infested, but this could create a dangerous situation wherein the main crop becomes the primary target. Still, gonna keep going till the traps are ZERO. Is that ok- also, I did not see it say good for humans or pets. My questionHow long before eggs hatch to reapply? We will discuss specifics on this a little later but be assured, its definitely not going to cost much! Beauvaria bassiana is a fungal pathogen whose spores can kill flea beetle larvae. If it gets wet you need to remove and make new tape to apply. Even though you may have read that DE can cut your lungs if inhaled, this is completely false and if you find anyone who thinks otherwise, ask them to contact me and I will set the record straight for them. I did not want to use chemicals on my cat or myself. Oh, I also started taking the Kyolic 101 and it really does make me feel good too. Hi Maria! Make sure you get the food grade one and ideally put it under your sheets. I also need to know how to get under the beds, as I am elderly, and cant move furniture? Thanks!! I just put down some DE and Boric Acid on the entire lower floor and the stairs (Carpet and tile) Today I woke up and thought they were dead. According to the National Pesticide Information Center (NPIC), Diatomaceous earth causes insects to dry out and die by absorbing the oils and fats from the cuticle of the insect's exoskeleton. I have a 9 month old chihuahua mix and was planning to rub a DE /essential oils powder mix on her skin to prevent pests on her. Help! They roll around and get the DE on their coats. Hi Dan. I think I will try the DE but need some further help. And for more information about protecting your garden from insect pests, check out these guides next: Ask the Experts, LLC. We put a pretty thick layer on the carpet, beds, basement, animal areas and animal then went camping for three days. That day after we realized we had a problem, we had pest control come in to spray my room, bed, carpet, living room couches, baseboards and everything in my sisters room. Thanks for the great tips and website this whole experience is nerve wracking and it helps to have others offering suggestions and sharing. Hope that helps! You can leave the DE down as long as you like to be honest, as long as there is no moisture or humidity which can reduce its effectiveness. We have enrolled numerous homes in our flea control studies, where the homes were massively flea infested, even though the owners had been using DE. I suggest you brush it into the carpet, leave it for 2-3 days, vacuum it up and repeat if necessary. Its an absolute pleasure, glad you have found it useful I recommend getting about 10lb but since they do come in different sizes, I recommend getting enough to finely dust each room in your house. We have sprinkled some DE on our dogs but they are still scratching like crazy. I usually use a plastic container with holes in the top (I usually make the holes lol) and use it like a salt shaker. I am concerned because I have two elderly (15 year olds) cats, one is asthmatic, and I frequently babysit my grand-cat who is 4, who has allergies and so, licks himself a great deal. Threw out my expensive area rugs, my couch as I was being eaten alive when sitting on it. I cant thank you enough . As a bonus, brush it into the carpet, etc. First the update, the carpets and furniture have been steamed cleaned, exterminator has been out to spray inside, I vacuumed like crazy then applied my first round of DE to the carpet and left for 2.5 days (killed the vacuum during DE removal, RIP Hoover). Hey my name is donna Lockey my question is if I put it in my pets food how much do I use and by giving it to pets in there for what does that do for them. Hey Susanne! I have read a bit on this product due to an unfortunate run in with a flea infestation in the house I just rented! I do not walk in the grass myself without boots on and mostly avoid being in the yard. Vacuuming twice (sometimes three) times a day for weeks now and always empty it outside and in a bag. It has been a really hot and humid summer and I have no air conditioner so I am sure that does not help. I live in an apartment complex and there is grass, but I am not sure about where my outdoor indoor cat is picking up the fleas. Hi Jake, from my experience, no. in the article it says that it shouldnt be around kittens, puppiesbout how old should the puppies be before they can be around it. Thanks for your kind words and for sharing those valuable tips with the community, its really appreciated! They should beware of any product that says that it should be applied directly to the pet.. NOTE: Please dont use DE on smaller or very young pets (e.g. I just purchased food grade DE and am wondering how many times and how often should I repeat application of the DE on my carpet and furniture and also my yard to get rid of fleas and larvae for good? I was concerned about your freely shaking it while walking around as before I used it I did a lot of research and found that the silica can be harmful If breathed in as it may be minute but each minuscule portion is very sharp although we cant see it with the naked eye, I bought a double layered cloth mask from Amazon that just slips over my nose and mouth and has a stretchy band that goes over each ear. Will DE kill all stages of the flea life span? I was incredibly paranoid and didnt sleep in my bed for exactly a week. Cutting down the trees would be a bit of a shame but it would reduce the flea population so its really up to you. Thank you. I live by myself so I sprinkle the carpet and just leave it on there. Alternatively, I can get you a quote from an exterminator in your local area that will sort you out (they are vetted), let me know if you need it. 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