She holds a BA in English literature with a minor in horticultural sciences from Clemson University, and she loves to read, write, and garden. Diatomaceous earth (DE) is an excellent insect killer that is both nontoxic and long-lasting. Just keep an eye on it, remember its done at your own risk hehe. Good luck! HELP. I do think the powder does damage. What about red lakes brand of diatomaceous earth? Begin to educate yourself on the benefits of Organic Gardening and you will soon find that the reward is great, not only for body, but for mind as well. I recommend placing it for about a day and vacuuming it up afterwards. I really want to know if it is safe to feed my dogs the diatomaceous. Application to the external environment is of variable efficacy, because it is deactivated by humidity and moisture., Theoretically, diatomaceous earth works by drying out the flea, which leads to its death. Tried vacuuming everday and flea combing the animals but i just puffed the powder on all of them to see what happens. After getting wet from the grass/bushes reapplied. We are in week 3 and seem to have gained the upper hand. Im trying to get a handle on a flea problem that we are having and want to come up with the best plan of attack. Should I try a light dusting on the comforter cover? It is made up of the fossilized remains of single-celled aquatic microorganisms called diatoms. Hi Ive been battling fleas for two months. I came across your site with sheer desperation. Hey Karen! 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. With a choice between the two, do u still recommend DE or borax for a small dog ? You can apply it in wet or dry formapplying it in wet form allows it to cling to a surface easier, especially in the wind. Theres a vet in my area who uses a cedar spray to treat infested petspoor cat looks like she stuck her paw in a socket afterwards but it works, as long as your home is not infested and shell pick then back up. I used the online chat to ask safer brand if it was food grade, they assured me its safe for kids and pets. The bag of DE with insecticide is already open and I wouldnt want to waste it. (She was sleeping on my bedroom floor at the start of the outbreak. Hello! Yes DE (even if its chemical based, not ideal though) will kill fleas. As for fleas sticking to me I have found that if I use a body lotion that has lavender in it (not just lavender scent but the actual oil ) the fleas avoid me.Thank you again for the advice ..I was thrilled to hopefully get these little buggers under control while not breaking the bank..Keep up the good work !! You can also try using a flea bomb, I have an article that outlines the exact steps and I encourage you to check it out. I was told about Diatomaceous Earth Food Grade- from a friend. Owner of 3 dogs and 2 cats in a house with 2 backyards. How would you suggest resolving this situation before it escalates further? Should I, could I, use this ON my two dogs and the house because I have it already? I vacuumed everything last night and brought my large dehumidifier up and had that running all night. Shes always been a licker and managed to lick herself right into an infection. I have had cancer before and this I bought doesnt say food grade. We have an exterminator coming next week to spray the house and both our dog and cat will be getting groomed and flea baths. Its also relatively affordable. I have a screened porch I havent allowed my cats to hang out on because of fleas, and Im wondering if its safe to let them out for a while in the winter. Until recently, they both slept on the bed, but we have been having building work done (the roof is off) and a burst of very hot weather. Also Im sure they;re fleas because they jump, and Ive looked at their pictures on the internet extensively. Depending on the humidity and moisture level (it works better in lower humidity), diatomaceous earth can last in the environment for an extended period of time, says Falk. I couldnt find your example of the flea traps. I am so glad to have found your article. They have been out of the house for about 5-6 days now visiting family. Also, Im a bit confused after reading the above comments. Within 12 hours, there were no worms in her feces anymore. Maybe they know that its for I bought a glass shaker and have dusted my house all over my carpets Ive done it in the evening and then vacuumed it up the next evening. Thanks to everyone! We have a large non carpeted sun room where I can sequester the rabbit and keep him there with a childs gate. You can use DE on your wood floors but as for vacuuming it up using your hoover, I would be a little careful. Please do, I am excited to hear your feedback! For your hardwood floors, normally just cleaning them with your floor cleaner (whatever one is safe for your wood) is enough to kill fleas on contact. If all goes as planned, Ill wait a few days and treat again. And to repeat the process once a week for 3-4 week.s Can I leave the DE for one week, which means I vacuum once a week? How long does it usually take for it to start working? Just bought a house from people who were obviously oblivious to the fact they were harboring millions of vampiric nasty bugs! Plus theyve got them pretty bad, so I figured I lay have to retreat them multiple tubes to get rid of them. Using AdvantageII, Siphotrol Premise spray, and I bombed w/ Raid flea and bed bug bomb that 1st week of October. as visibly we cant see them(bed bugs) and my both room mattresses have zipper covers / protectors ! It doesnt feel humid in here, but I live in Austin, Texas, so its always kind of humid! The DE is still a powder so its not gotten wet. GARDENER'S PATH IS A REGISTERED TRADEMARK OF ASK THE EXPERTS LLC. Then I saw your site. We finally decided to try food grade DE. that can be affected by it. Karen. Is this a product that I want to buy to use to kill the fleas in my home? Planting earlier than adult flea beetles become active in springtime can give your plants a head start on the season. We still are finding fleas and flea dirt on them. I will be sharing this on my facebook page, I think everyone needs to know there are safer solutions to pest control than just spraying chemicals. Hi Marie, leaving it in place wont hurt, but if you are like me, it would bother my brain so I usually clean up all of it hehe. Hi, I recently purchased some DE because my cat has a flea problem. Hi Jeremy, it is a pleasure! Thanks for putting the info about DE on the web, so much better than all the poisons out there. Hi Carrol! Is it because there are still eggs in my home? Hi Katie, any brand will work. Thank you for this great article and all the comments people are posting. If you dont, the first step will be to find out where the fleas are coming from, and deal with that with haste. Paula Fitzsimmons is a content marketing writer and journalist who writes about pets as they intersect with topics related to health, nutrition, technology, and lifestyle. I put down DE last night and after reading your article I went around and used a broom on the carpets. Good day. Its a pleasure. Looking for a permanent solution, tired of being aggravated by the little pests! It depends on if there is an ongoing flea problem in that area. Hi Jerry! Hope that helps. It is now December and Ive been treating and cleaning and washing EVERYTHING since September. Hi Becky, I suggest using DE around the home, not directly on your pets. However, just keep an eye on it or ask your vet for more details , So is it okay to let my little one (approx 9 week old kitten) run about freely around the house like normal while the DE is out before I vacuum it up? Crossing fingers! I bathed him with dawn and applied frontline while following up with flea comb daily. My drugs are white, so I could see the fleas trying to get out of the de. Fantastic, looking forward to it. So, again, I am assuming that this is the correct product. Experts say a small amount can go a long way. I dont know how or when they got so bad but, my home was infested. So, I then treated the whole house, all 3 floors, with Borax. Thanks for sharing your experience and keep up the good work, it is very admirable . Hi Kim! Alexis Morin is an avid gardener who resides on and manages a horse ranch in north Texas. My dog cant walk 5 steps without scratching. We were actually able to find one place that carried it without having to place a special order, so we were able to get a 4 pound bag. Hi Pam, sure thing, I have sent it to your email address . Although it is not toxic, it can cause dryness and . As long as it is not inhaled by people or pets, this substance is a safe way to manage fleas and other insects. Dont feed your dogs DE, its not going to help in any way. Also put a flea traps down (I have a guide on how to make your own) and you will find relief. Photo courtesy of Auburn University Food Systems Institute. Can you use it on sofas and ceramic tile , in other words all other surfaces? Hi Deborah! Hi Julia! This really doesnt have to take more than a few minutes to accomplish, depending on the size of your garden. Thanks, you have an awesome website with great info! Hello! I was wondering how DE can be given to animals for parasites like worms in dogs and cats? Have a good one! Can I apply Nematodes for the bad guys underground, then apply DE to get the above ground? Just be careful with essential oils btw, it is often rather hard on their liver. She doesnt like contact unless she initiates it, so giving her a dawn bath to give her immediate relief is out of the question unfortunately.). So Im trying the DE approach. I also recommend that you try making one of my flea traps (guide is on this blog) as it will help you figure out if you have a flea problem or not. box of food grade of DE 3 days ago I applied it as directed topically to our 4 dogs and my ferret with little to no affect at all it seems to not work , how many applications are you supposed to do and how long does it take to kill fleas ? I sprinkled it all around the patio where she hangs out and when she would be eating Id sprinkle it on her back. If you desparately want to clean it up, give that Shop-Vac (although I havent used one) a try, should work fairly well. I make bug wipes for the dog without the clove. P.s.I havent yet hoovered so the DE is still in the carpets. I have fleas on my bed and in my bedding. We have 9 children who love on this dog so its untelling where eggs have ended up! My apt though is another issue. Food grade is ideal but it is completely non-toxic, but that doesnt mean that the other stuff is highly dangerous. Diatomaceous earth also known as diatomite works like a natural detoxifying agent within the body, killing parasites and viruses that can contribute to illnesses while also helping to clean the blood. While it is sometimes required, its always good to give a couple tested home remedies first before taking a drive to the nearest shop for flea products, especially when they work as well as diatomaceous earth does! Just for future reference, you dont need to get the stuff everywhere, controlled application is possible when you place the DE in a plastic container with holes in the lid and apply it as you would use a salt shaker. I ordered online on Amazon a few other items: Alpine Flea Insecticide with IGR-20 oz can 795903 but that wont be in for another 5 days. Going out into the woods I searched for a product that would do the job if sprayed on my clothes. Its pretty bad to say the least. Ive had to put a fan in the window and it is boggling how much dust comes up when I broom it. Hi All, I am just seeing this site and I love it. Hi Elizabeth! I purchased DE yesterday, and in a hurry to slove the problem, POURED the DE powder everywhere; baseboards, carpets, couches, etc. Sounds like you are making process, well done! We have been vacuuming, washing bedding, stuffed animals etc, we sprayed Vets Best natural spray everywhere. Electlady Hi just wanted to comment and say that I have 2 Boston Terriers . She has a strong interest in crafting content that will inspire and help pet parents make informed decisions. Should be fine honestly, but in future ideally use food grade because its 100% safe (even for consumption lol). Yes, lavender oil repels fleas so you can use that if you like. I actually went ahead and did the things I had read specifically in your article (taking into account with the holidays you may not be able to reply soon). How long should I wait before I start the clean up process to make sure fleas are dead?? Ive no doubt in my mind the parrot made things worse with the flapping spreading eggs everywhere in closets if one was open.every area of my home has been effective. You will be fine, dont stress just always use food grade in future. Unless its VERY humid, the DE should be fine. on the box it has a variety of animals on it and says its ok to use on them as well as the lady who rang me up said she uses it for her chickens. I suggest that you get a plastic container (with a lid, in which you put little holes into) and after filling it, you apply the DE as you would use a salt shaker. I does dry my chihuahuas skin a little so I just make sure I bath her with a conditioning shampoo once a week, then reapply the DE. Or would I need to wait the 3 weeks, hoover, then apply the DE? Second? I did use the Food Grade DE. The first thing post-war kitties will do when wet is groom so they ingest at least some of the chemicals. Thanks for any help you can give me. Ive flea-sprayed the carpets and furniture. Hi Terri, she didnt but DE does work. Were stlll getting bites! Do I put the DE down and treat my pets at the same time or how would you suggest I go about the whole problem. Let us all know how that goes . To get to where I am today, I have put diatomaceous earth in our home, first started in parts of my bedroom carpet last night, I could see a difference. Wow that sounds legit. Hi R Trail! Hi. I havent sprinkled it onto my area rug but I did around the bed and wall door crevices. many thanks for reading this G, Hi G! Even though she was only in our home for a day prior to starting her Revolution, we are looking for something to treat our apartment, as we dont want anymore popping up. It doesnt, its not really a repellent. Now, I have the job of cleaning it all up. To be honest, my cats actually like having this dusted on them. Ive dusted my entire house with food grade DE (may have used a bit much, lol) and plan to leave it over the weekend. I suggest that you use DE for your carpets, etc, and a spot on (or just a warm bath with soap) for your dogs . My vet did not carry the bombs. Is it ok to sprinkle near the headzone of my bed? Can I combine salt with DE for a stronger effect? We patiently waited while the precious spuds grew. I have been on amazon and ordered food grade DE, we have a combination of laminate, hard wood and carpets. I suggest that you just use your hardwood floor cleaner on the floor, it will kill them as well. One place on the island I found. We found food grade DE at the local feed store. This stuff is messy and we are covered in the stuff. Remember to repeat the process a couple times! I cant find an answer online. Do you know why? Luckily, there are a few natural food stores in the area that carry DE. 3 pounds for just under $16 and free 2-day shipping. Hello Question can this diatomaceous earth food be used to give to my dog to prevent the ticks and fleas? Hi Denise! Thank you! I tell everyone about this but i used the pool grade. Ugh HELP!!! You can also use it on your lawns. Ugh. Hi Barbara! Hi Nancy! Thanks for sharing! If you have a large home, grab yourself a slightly bigger one. Hi Natasha, Our cats are restricted to one part of our house. Thanks for all your support! Both can be purchased at the Natural Garden or Barton Springs Nursery in and around Austin as well as on many online sources. Hi Stephanie, thanks for the feedback. , Hi Lee! Natasha, thanks for the great info. As for human fleas, its possible but fleas cannot actually live on human blood permanently, they need to find a better host (such as a pet) otherwise they will die. Is there a specific brand youd recommend? I used boms and everything out there on the market. Hope that helps! If you were told by a certified individual that it will not hurt your pets, then you should be able to trust them. Its an important note to be sure. Just keep an eye on it thats all, ironically it is probably a lot less dangerous than other flea control methods. I recommend using it around the house, not so much for direct application. We arent seeing any on the floors, only on the cats. There mustve been around 300 or 400 on him when I came back. . Also, do you know if salt works to kill fleas? Also, give Kyolic Aged Garlic Extract Formula 101 (for people) in the cats food. Hi Lizzette, that will be fine, actually even better Just take a moment each day to brush it in the carpet a little bit. My pets Are being treated, but I knew I would have eggs/larvae in my carpets. Diatomaceous Earth- Is made from fossil materials of marine creatures. Good luck! I usually recommend just a standard bag based vacuum cleaner with no fancy cyclone technologies, etc. How small are you meaning? Lisa's Landscape & Design Went to the pool store and got a 10lb box lol. Hi Connie! Natasha, I got your email, thank you and I added you on FB and shared too. I set out homemade traps to see the extent of the infestation but did not catch any fleas. Although diatomaceous earth is nontoxic to humans . On skin, it can cause irritation and dryness. Excited to update you with the results. Wish me luck. Hi Eva! Diatomaceous earth is easy to use and non-toxic to pets and humans. Hi Ogopogogirl, thanks for your kind words and for your sharing your experience. We have laminate floors and I am not sure how I would go about using DE. Glad I ran across this guide. at the end of cleaning a dusted (with an applicator) the entire coop pen and both goats (not the chicks) I will dust again in a week (at this time I plan to wash the chickens) Question: ongoing how often do dust? After vacuuming and laying down another layer, were pretty much 99% flea free!! Hope that clears things up, thanks for your comment! The whitewash is cracking off & falling to the ground of the basement in a few areas. the fleas are biting again, so I put it thickly on carpets and wood floors. My problem recently has actually been with ticks. 2) Use a face mask or damp scarf to cover your mouth and nose until youre accustomed to using this powder. THIS has sent me into panic attacks which causes me not to eat, sleep, and then chronic fatigue. I recommend that you check information available about the product before using any product inside your home. Drink lots of water. I understand on my mattress and furniture I use a vacuum.cleaner. We recently rescued a choc lab that was going to be dumped at the shelter or the pound ! But it doesnt have to only be ingested to be effective. Hope that helps! We are vacuuming twice daily and washing clothing we are wearing and bedding every other day. I sprinkle on poop residue after picking up fresh poop in the yard. We have never had a problem with fleas in our home or biting us in the two years since we rescued him. This morning the fleas were jumping up on both my daughter and my legs at regular intervals, all over the house. Since its still in its infancy stages, make a couple of my DIY flea traps for each room, repeat and you will be sorted. I plan on buying larger bags of the food grade and using it from here on out but Id hate for the first 2 bags to go to waste. Wonderful! Is there a way to clear my patio of them? I am sure that Jon appreciates your help and I think the community will benefit as well. I would like to say that when I use it in my house I do have to wear a mask while applying because it bothered my lungs pretty bad last time. Our dog was so bad she was nearly dead. Thank you!! Incorrect application makes a mess that is difficult to clean up. Hi Annie, yes that does make a lot more sense now lol, thank you. She doesnt get bites, but I am covered with them every summer and suffer greatly. Thanks-. Do I have to wash everything down?? Front Line) with a house based flea solution (such as DE) for maximum results. My questionHow long before eggs hatch to reapply? Hi Heather, thanks for your comment. I put in in my backyard today. But this is the second time she got tapeworm, and I can only gather its from her trips outside??? In Ontario Canada feed supply stores carry it. Thank you for all the great information and hard work you have on this site. Anyways, I tried frontline and to my surprise it wasnt working, I was told it could be working but it might be a case that I needed to treat the house too, indoors and patios (we dont have grass areas) and somebody suggested DE. Is there anything to worry about? We had tried everything besides this and I hated using the harsh chemicals to no avail. Then I will shop vac and go over it again with more DE or borax and flea traps. Do you have to stay out of the house when you use DE like with the foggers? Every night id get bitten 10 times no matter which room I slept in, tried throwing my bed away to sleep on the floor and same thing. Hi Natasha, I came across this site a few months ago when I was looking for a solution for the fleas that were in my home. You can use this on plants and the ground and it is suggested that it be applied in the morning hours. Hello Natasha, i think that I understand the concepts, but I have 2 cats that wander everywhere in house, including on counters, tables, our beds, couches, every room! The dog has not been here at all since that time. Hey Claire! If you do have an infestation, take action immediately to avoid further damage, and to remediate this threat to the health of your plants. Hi Jamie, thanks for the lovely comment! store to pic up some DE for me there web site said call to see if they had it in stock so i did so when my wife got home she had a 40 pound bag of RED LAKE EARTH DIATOMACEOUS EARTH AND CALCIUM BENTONITE, 40 LB.instead and that is all they have I looked up reviews on the stuff and people seem to happy with it both feeding it and just using it by putting on the skin so I thought I would try it just not sure of the % of clay to DE and how well it will work was wondering if anyone has ever tryed using this product instead of just general reviews on a website thank you for your time. Hi Patty, thanks for checking out all my articles Yeah you can do that, or just hire a shop vac perhaps? If an individual is considering applying a product for pests, its always best to contact a pest-management professional. Hey Kristina! Let me know please! Boom! I then comb them with a flea comb and drop the fleas into a bowl of water and Dawn. They hate having it put on them. I feel like I am out of resources now and debating whether if this problem existed before we moved in, it is our first summer with this home. They seem to be fine & its been about 4 hrs. Yarrow helps with the flea bite inflammation as so does the oil. I am still finding fleas. Any help you can give would be greatly appreciated! Hi Karen! I still can not get them out of my bathroom!!! Hopefully, this will work. Ideally dont use it on your cat though, just get a spot on. Also might be worth putting a spot on for your kitty. Read more about planting and using trap crops here. :o). To answer your question, yes, its completely safe and I actually recommend it. Following this period, they pupate for approximately 7-10 days before surfacing to indulge above ground. So my two kittens are now in our basement until we can figure something else out.we may just have to bomb the place :-/ I have seen soooo many flees on them but Ive read original dawn is great for killing the fleas on the animals, it did but then we quickly realized ourhome is infested because they keep infesting our kittys. Or is it just not a good idea? What schedule would you recommend? Ive washed his bedding and will apply DE to our one piece of carpet in the house. Help????? I have lots and lots of fleas jumping about and have been using your tealight traps at night (theyre great!). I also heard that DE (food-grade) worked well for getting rid of worms in cats. Do exactly what you have planned except, dont go out and buy flea traps, just make them (info on this blog, check it out). I have had a number of readers asking about the density of DE that is needed. Hi Jessica, I have not tried it with birds in the house. How can I get rid of the fleas on her. After 2 treatments I havent seen any fleas and thought they were completely gone, until today. I started cleaning the Borax from my hardwood floors and I couldnt believe the amount of fleas and flea dirt I was seeing. Thank you very much DE wont work if you mix it with water (for killing fleas that is). I can deal with a markedly improving situation over the next few days and then repeating the process for the next month to make sure theyre all dead and gone! Will this product work as well. Hi Deb I have been using DE for some time for internal consumption for myself and my cats as it is a brilliant wormer for pets and a marvellous health benefit for all sorts of internal problems etc etc. Can you send it to me? Is that overkill an dangerous for the dogs to do both? Got the food grade DE after trying foggers, traps, etc. Ive found them on their heads and other areas Im not sure how to use the powder there without getting it into their eyes. If I apply this dust to my subfloors, we have this because our hardwoods have not gone in 6et. Many Thanks!! Hi Wendy! This blog is amazing!!! Hi Barbara! Although its advisable to vacuum it up completely, the food grade (this is incredibly important)) variation of DE is perfectly safe. A miracle cure. Basically you will need to dust a fine layer around your home. Was just at our vet with two infested kittiesshe gave them a Capstar and used Cheristin topical that lasts 30 days and is only for cats. Traps act like low-tech security cameras! Will try tractor supply or home depot. The grass and plants are dry. or is it an indication the treatment didnt work? Hi Natasha I believe I purchased a non food grade DE from Home Depot (Safer brand 4 lb. Thank you! However, I am in the process of writing an article on using a mix of tea tree oil and water to do just that, stay tuned for it . Can I find it locally? this will be great for your walk in closet) and then either a natural or product based method on my pets. From what I have read it will not kill the beneficial nematodes but will kill the harmful ones. RE the flea traps, try making the DIY ones on my site (not sure if you followed that article, but you dont need to buy any from the shop). However, the house itself is still completely infested. Thanks for your great information. Smart cats. My suggestion is that you do that, then give your doggy a bath in warm water and dawn soap (I have an article on this, check it out under the fleas category). Hey Anne! Im very hopeful. Its so great to have a light at the end of the tunnel now. Read more about floating row covers here. Glad to have gotten it. The water/DE solution dries quickly and gives a very even coating of DE on every fibre thereby increasing its effectiveness. I know i have owned dogs and cats all my life and never used this for flea control. 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