Please do, I am excited to hear your feedback! The next day, tiny fleas are biting the heck out of my feet/ankles. I notice when it gets thin, the d.e. Hey Rebecca! Thank you so much for the info, I just applied the DE to my dogs and cat, and already, they are not scratching or chewing much at all. On skin, it can cause irritation and dryness. The diatomaceous earth powder works well in dry conditions. Diatomaceous Earth Ant and Crawling Insect Killer) but I am not sure. Its a pleasure I havent done it myself but I have had a couple of my readers saying that it does have health benefits. We had treated them with Advantage and its time to retreat. Because of this, flea populations can get out of hand even with the application of diatomaceous earth.. DE comes in the form of a fine powder and is extremely rich in biogenic silica. Like I dont want to hurt my cats or chihuahua and while this is probably selfish of me but even more so I dont want to hurt myself. I have already used borax through out the entire house. Thanks. God should never have given us fleas. I would love to hear how it goes, please keep us updated! 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. I will be spending a whole day doing all this and giving 12 cats baths. Thanks. Hopefully, she just sprained something the life of ferals. As long as you make sure its quality stuff, it doesnt really matter where you get it, as long as its going to do the job without risking anyones health. We have taken into consideration the varied needs and wants of all segments of . Thanks again!! I would love to know more about this! Hope that helps! Is this what I am looking for? Good luck, please share this article on Facebook if you appreciated my help . Im excited!!!!! Gotta figure out what to do for the animals though. As I had mentioned this was about 2 months ago. Hi o was just wondering can I use it on my couch and recliner because that is where my dog sleeps some of the time and I am trying to get rid of the fleas in my house. A few seconds later, I saw one on my babys face as she crawled around on the floor. Yes we know they are fleas and not bed bugs. Thanks for the heads up, yeah while it depends on the amount of DE being sucked up, it is definitely hard on the vacuums. I dont think just using DE on the dogs will work at this point since there are so many on them. It may work on carpets but its not working when dusting my cats. If it doesnt kill the fleas we already have why bother with it? I recommend getting your yard a lime treatment (its not too expensive) or alternatively, as I just recommended to Shannon, get yourself some beneficial nematodes to kill those fleas outside. Took her to the vet only to find out she had fleas. I didnt know I was suppose to use the white kind. Please consider sharing this article with all your friends . However, if thats what you have, be sure to do the emptying outdoors away from any open windows. Be sure and read ALL info on the label before usingaround pets and yourself in the house. I tried sprinkling borax which may have helped a bit but not much then cloves and tea trea oil, the cloves really helped in my bath but the second I sat on my sofa I was being bitten again within an hour or so, so after a few restless nights I found your site last weekend and went to my local vitamin shop and got a bucket of food grade diatomaceous earth. I think it also may be that the weather here in PA is cooling, but still humid and i have recently turned the AC off. I have a great article on the best flea treatment for dogs, check it out for more details. (they luv it ) I sprinkle it on there bedding and also on them I have had no fleas problems if a flea jumps on them it dies .I use it out side as well Great stuff highly recommend it . Since flea eggs hatch after about a week of being laid by female fleas (in most scenarios), its recommended that you repeat this process once a week for a total of 3-4 weeks. How have you been able to defeat flea beetles? Hey Laura! Insane is what these pests make you. Good luck! Any suggestions to keep them off me? Also, have you heard of the brand wolf creek DE It showed exact ingredient in the package unlike Silalive? And would I have to wash down everything else that I covered?? It was bad (my mum refuses to comb him because she hates doing it/dealing with fleas which doesnt help). Just ordered some DE on Amazon after reading this guide. But the lady told me it was safe to use for flea control. I always recommend a decent spot on treatment for that. In addition, people who handle diatomaceous earth on a regular basis can develop an incurable, chronic inflammatory lung disease called silicosis, says Dr. Reeder. Hey Daniel! Hi Jessie! I use DE on the dog bed. on the patio are mostly gone too. I recommend you try this process again, it definitely works. If you add Neem powder to the DE before you dust your animal It will take care of the drying of the skin. Hope that helps! Thanks! Havent seen any in rooms where linoleum & hardwood floors are, so just did the furniture that the cat likes to sit on. Can the cats be around when the DE is settling into the carpet etc? I do not know what fleas actually look like, so am wondering if this is what they were? Food grade is ideal but it is completely non-toxic, but that doesnt mean that the other stuff is highly dangerous. Put on your scout cap, and get to work identifying and tackling these pests, utilizing the cultural, biological, and (only if absolutely necessary!) Hi Denise! Hi Angela! Using broom made huge difference working it over floors. Also, I think it is a good idea to brush the coat of your pet so the DE doesnt get too thick in the fur. As for myself, I called my local Coastal Farm store to ask if they had a Food Grade DE product on the floor. Used properly, DE is effective as a preventive immediately; with a flea infestation it takes about a month after you dust with DE then vacuum. Great informative information. 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. I wonder if I have to throw away a lot of stuffs. This summer weve been getting a lot of rain and bad humidity so im sure my dogs picked em up outside. Hi Cindy! Im sure that cant be applied very frequently. Are you applying a light dust to the carpets, etc. When I first got the puppy she had no fleas but last week I noticed a flea on her and Im freaking out. Hey Amy! How would you suggest resolving this situation before it escalates further? Its really as easy as that. Also i do not own a vaccum and we only only have hard wood in our appartment but our couch and bedding have gotten quite bad, as i dont have a vaccume is there a way i could create a spray with water and the de for my furniture? I have an article on flea traps on this blog, find it under the fleas category , Hello Natasha! (They hate this stuff). Hi Michelle! Please give me any advice you have I appreciate it greatly!! Do you have a picture of what you use to spread the DE in your house? I have twice rubbed DE into the scruff and tail area of the cats. I never was able to recover from my back surgery and Im at my wits end. Im wondering if a mixture of both DE and Boric acid would be more effective than just using one or the other. Alternatively, you could always water down the area and mop it up, since it didnt sound like it was on stuff like carpets, etc. Hope that helps! Just be forewarned that there is one major drawback: diatomaceous earth only works when dry, so you have to reapply it whenever it rains. However, they were to loose. Everyone else blogs, etcand just leaves the readers with questions hanging. Or will the fleas just move to the linoleum? Works great! Hope that helps! Thank you all. Are the fleas really dead after repeated washings? Fleas sometimes dont bite certain people, might have some thing to do with their skin. I live by myself so I sprinkle the carpet and just leave it on there. We have 9 children who love on this dog so its untelling where eggs have ended up! 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. I am really picky about stuff even DE being around. Food grade DE is sprinkled on vegetable and flower gardens, as well as within the home to prevent insect infestations. If you leave the DE down for a couple days and brush it in, yes, it will kill everything. Within 24-48 hours of application, 85% of my flea problem was solved!! I spray it on my boots and my clothing when I go into the forests to photograph game animals. However, if you apply it gently (using a plastic container with holes in the top) like you would apply salt on your food, it doesnt puff up into the air, which is what you want to avoid. The walls of our basement are whitewashed with lime, but getting bad since my Dad got sick and passed away 12 years ago. Kelly, you should not use them at the same time. The fun with the especially evil cat fleas! We have an exterminator coming next week to spray the house and both our dog and cat will be getting groomed and flea baths. Will the DE harm nematodes? You put the de in it, it looks like an accordion air pump, and you pump it and it poofs out and you poof it all over, it looks like smoke, and it lays down a fine mist of de. Hi Sharon, it is not dangerous but if I did recommend that, people might do it too frequently which can leave the skin very dry, itchy and not in good shape. Thanks Natasha! I have an article on this topic, check out the homepage of this blog . The little twits (fleas) seem to becoming immune. No it wont negatively affect its ability to kill those fleas. We do have linoleum in parts of our home, I have spread it there today but once walked on it moves leaving those areas uncovered. Add2 tbl spoons skin so soft oil, 1tbl ACV vinegar, 3 drops each lavender and clove essential oil to a container with lid that will allow you to store the paper towel stack flat. It lists the ingredients on the bag as 85% DE silicon dioxide, 10% Other element oxides, 5% moisture. This stuff completely wiped them out. You answered every question I had. Hi Cathy! How long should I leave it on them before I bath them or just leave it on them. I caution about using a vacuum every day to vacuum up DE because mine was badly damaged (heavy duty shop vac) and the wall outlet turned back. Hey PJ. Its July and we wear tights/with socks in the house because we cant wear shorts. Just unsure how to clean up the basement since the floors, walls, and areas covered with DE are all different in texture & make. I do need to add that after I did the Borax my vacuum cleaner broke and it took 4 days to get it back. Still, gonna keep going till the traps are ZERO. I dont own any pets, so its even more frustrating. They seem to be newly hatched ones as they are all tiny not adult size. It seems that you used way to much of the stuff, just a fine coat (almost as you would salt your food) on the carpets, etc. He is now flea free. Yes that is a great idea, do that but be prepared to clean up the mess afterwards hehe. Ive been using DE for a couple weeks now, and although it has lessened the amount of fleas, my 2 cats and dog are still biting and scratching at themselves, and I am, too. I tried everything, bathe the dogs every other week, I asked about frontline plus, which I was provided with good reviews but I had 9 dogs and that was too expensive for me. I have two questions. On a Friday we bombed with hot shot foggers with nylar an igr, throughout our trailer. Ive been reading through your article and comments and was wondering why you recommend to use a non-water based vacuum cleaner to clean up? i would like to treat my whole house at the same time, but honestly dont have anywhere i can take them while its on the floor. Also, leave it down for a week, while putting a DIY flea trap (article on this blog) in each room at night. Would this plan work for DE application -> DE down on carpet for 2-3 days, then vacuum up, then DE immediately reapplied (so in effect DE two times a week or a continuous application for 4 weeks). 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! However, best bet would be to phone them and ask if it is safe. However, this is not an instant cure and will only work for subsequent generations. Although it is not toxic, it can cause dryness and . I did not have to change their bedding as often as it helped keep down the smell. I am confused as to which one to purchase. I have three cats and one dog with fleas, have used DE (food grade) all over the house and on them. Is is safe to put a small amount of DE (food grade) on Boo, directly on his fur?? Do exactly what you have planned except, dont go out and buy flea traps, just make them (info on this blog, check it out). They sell it at farm supply stores for horses, cattle etc. Hi Sally, I am going to be honest with you and say that I dont know the specific ingredient differences. would it be advisable to use the product on dogs that have raw skin due to either fleas, mites, dog lice, or sarcoptic mange ? Ive used DE on several occasions. We have a large non carpeted sun room where I can sequester the rabbit and keep him there with a childs gate. And now we have a kitten in the house with fleas too so I worry about what you mentioned in your article (inhalation, lower body mass, & being in closer contact with the powder) Just want everyone to be safe and flea free. Any dust, including silica, can be irritating to the eyes. It is so horrible, iI don;t know how much longer i can live with these things on me.I bought some Diatomaceous Earth. You are an angel. Once the bees leave, you can get rid of any stragglers by hanging Almond Extract-soaked cotton balls as close as is possible to their now former hive. Hi Misty! After one night, I can see the difference. Heya! Im off to try and find your article about flea solutions for cats! Hi Brantley! As replant is my new cologne and linen spray. It is a pleasure, glad that my site helped you. Also, can DE be used on the couches? Does anyone know if salt and baking soda work as well as using DE when combating fleas in the carpet? Lamb and Rice foods have a pretty low allergenic value. Hi Natalie, yes DE will work nicely in your case and you can use it like that on your bed/rugs. Cedarcide is the product that I came across and it works. I gave all animals dawn bath, used a monthly flea treatment on all animals, washed everything I can, and have been vacuuming constantly also. Hi Kelly! Thanks. She holds a BA in English literature with a minor in horticultural sciences from Clemson University, and she loves to read, write, and garden. 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. 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. Been fighting them since 10/1. I bought food grade also but is also brown. It doesnt say food grade and is for pests. Hi Wayne! Thanks!! Hope someone else can use this info to locate the product, what about using in/on shavings.. have our dogs bedded on shaving in buildings, dog houses and sheds. For some reason Im the only one getting a bite. Julie. Also can you recommend a way of spreading it lightly without using a duster? Saw one of them buggers dance around me as I sprayed. I lay down DE around the walls and in bedding areas. Thank you, thank you, thank you, Natasha for this post! Flea Infestation Guide: How to Kill and Get Rid of Fleas, 'Natural' Methods for Controlling Fleas in Dogs. I have three Chihuahuas and a green cheek conure. Hope that helps! Any further ideas? 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? Hey Claire! It is even pretty to look at and I only need it on while there is a risk if inhaling the DE . Thanks for the suggestion, I have never heard of that product. Just wipe the counters and check the books, I dont think using DE on them will help. I dont know how or when they got so bad but, my home was infested. Very informative and good article Natasha! 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. Perma-Guard also has a Perma-Guard pure Food Grade Diatomaceous Earth product. After the first hard freeze? Thanks! The bag of DE with insecticide is already open and I wouldnt want to waste it. so hope its good to hear i wasnt the only one that had trubles finding this product to. Provided you take this precaution, DE is fantastic for getting rid of fleas . Ready for another simple answer? Hi Linda! Hi and thanks for all your helpful information. Sorry for all these questions. You recommended to leave DE for 12 hours before vacuuming up. This means that DE is great for places like your carpets, floorboards, etc. How should I apply? That form of diatomaceous earth is chemically treated and poses a risk to your respiratory system. Well although these will probably kill fleas faster, they are usually not safe for your animals as they often contain other toxic elements such as flea insecticide. It doesnt but will instantly kill them if they hatch and the food grade one is perfectly safe. What schedule would you recommend? Even food-grade diatomaceous earth can be a health hazard if used inappropriately. I.E. Also, is diatomatious earth safe to use while Im pregnant. Sounds like you are making good progress and I am glad you are trying the natural route, I also prefer them over chemicals where possible. Have you ever heard of people doing that? If you prefer to use DIY products for your four-legged family member, youve probably read about diatomaceous earth for fleas. I actually left the DE under the furniture and under the mattresses. We have hardwood floors and have used it along all floors and keep a dusting in the gaps in the floors. It wont affect the colors but if you are nervous, just use a DIY flea trap near it and that should draw the fleas out. I have bought DE, and have scattered it around the bedroom, but as I understand it, the fleas are just waiting for a body to hatch from larval stage and then leaping on me! My apt though is another issue. Do I need a special comb? I havnt personally used that brand but provided its food grade, it will kill a ton of insects including roaches. diatomaceous earth and scanmask nematodes Created by skcarr717 on June 16, 2016 at 8:45 am We have been using diatomaceous earth on our garden and we have an order of beneficial nematodes (Scanmask) coming. Hey Tami! Also, do you know if salt works to kill fleas? Hi! Thanks. Fossilized diatoms, whose cell walls are made of silica, are used to make a fine powder called diatomaceous earth (DE). 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). Hello again. Repeat if needed. Trying to locate the right one. Hi Dave! but i am desperate to try anything lol. Its weird. I see several different ones online. How MUCH of this DE do I need to buy? The dogs do not go outside but somehow we got fleas last month and Ive been trying to fight them with natural products but its a battle. . Unless its VERY humid, the DE should be fine. The powder should not be applied directly to pets unless you are specifically instructed to do so by your veterinarian. I found over 15 on my dog in a two day period. While research about the effectiveness of diatomaceous earth for flea control is unsubstantiated, there are some advantages to using food grade diatomaceous earth. You have no idea how much this will aid your planting schedule design and pest management routine in years to come (or maybe you already do have some idea, and you just need an extra push to put pen to paper youre welcome!). Should I have them flea dipped at the groomer and then treat the house while they are away?? After reading your blog I ordered food grade D-Earth from Amazon and put it down today. Yesterday I vacuumed and washed all my bedding, and today I saw one sitting on my pillow after I woke up. I applied it when the dog and baby werent home. Absolutely, unless you have very small kittens (even this shouldnt be a major problem), its completely safe for your family and pets. Therein lies the problem, says Dr. Michael Dryden, university distinguished professor, veterinary parasitology at Kansas State University in Manhattan, Kansas. in the 20 years i have had dogs, this is the first time any have had fleas. Ive flea-dropped the dog. I tried refined salt, several bombs and what not. If the infestation is bad, it is safe to use the Cheristin and have the collar one. Hi Natasha I wanted to thank you for your information, I recently moved to an apartment with a patio where pigeons and gulls come to sit and within a week was noticing I was being bitten on my feet when they were bare and when I would sit or lay on my sofa. He wont even come into the bedroom now! But all I have to do is lay down on my bed to sleep or just take a nap and I an finding little beige-ish bugs that run but I catch them in kleenex and flush them down the toilet. Another benefit of diatomaceous earth is that it has been found to help with joint pain as well as healing wounds. Hope that helps! Last year the fleas were incredible, but after a really cold winter this years crop hasnt been too bad. Hi Eva! Thank you! Keep in mind that it is important to clear these mulches out at the end of the season to prevent providing a perfect overwintering space for adult beetles. It can dehydrate the skin but to be honest, its so incredibly short-term and you will be washing your hands afterwards anyways so its not going to have any effect. That I can spread evenly and not get too much. just wondering where should i apply it ? I have read your comment and I feel that you are doing the right thing, you will get relief but I am sorry that it is causing so much distress. Ive only seen dead fleas to be honest but hate not knowing if Ive got them all or not ha. Thank you so much! I was frustrated because I sprinkled it all over but the issue is my carpet mostly and the kids are always crawling on it. My dog and cat were shipped off to get flea baths/grooming today and the exterminator is coming today to do my whole house (since we are starting to see some in our living areas now.I feel like we are bringing them in with us because we see them on us in the yard as well now!!!!). I suspect my neigbors are feeding stray cats and their fleas are spreading all around. Then I will shop vac and go over it again with more DE or borax and flea traps. Do I give my cat a bath later that day? Hi Krista! Well, research shows that once the fleas come into contact with the powder, they usually die about 4 hours later. Lastly, dont use it on your pets. We all suffer from it! Bought a 10lb bag on amazon for 25 bucks, think i was ripped off but if it works ill be happy. I am sure that the exterminator knows what he is doing but it will be nice to get some feedback for the community if you get a chance. Another record-keeping tip: If you arent keeping a gardening journal already, start one. So, how did you avoid this nightmare using your broom as you instructed??? Long story short It didnt work, so I redid everything, still no grass. Im washing blankets, sheets, bedding, and vacuuming the couch very well every couple of days. We recently rescued a choc lab that was going to be dumped at the shelter or the pound ! , Hi Lee! Hey Shannon! Will it be harmful to me? Great Question, Thanks for asking! I havent let him outside since as a precaution. Repeat 2-3 times as well, that should be enough. We have 3 dogs and 3 cats, plus we recently began fostering cats through our local humane society. Wish me luck. Ive read your whole blog : ) I only have a Dyson vacuum cleaner and I understand that it will become a casualty in my DE vs flea war. Diatomaceous earth (DE) will make your garden look like it survived a flour bomb explosion, but it is a powerful organic weapon to have on hand when you're going to war with beetles, and various other insect pests. I put the DE in an old flour sifter to use on my bed and my dogs. I could crate her in the small dinning room if necessary but wouldnt want to do that for too long. Hi Mary! I dont have pets, but the people who just moved out had 2 outdoor cats. The label states that its organic and OMRI approved for organic gardening. Hi: I am in the third week and there are still signs of fleas. I dont know why you said it wasnt safe for kittens and small animals because it definitely is. Hi Nic! This is the first that I have bother with fleas infestation I have had dogs for years. I dont know how they got in here again, Unless through open windows (with screens.) Now that my war on fleas has begun I had a few questions. Is this a good sign that the process is working? You say not to rub directly on pets skin on a daily basis is it OK to sprinkle it on cats say, once a week? Yes it is safe to do that, and I recommend that you do all the rooms at once (or well, maybe one per day is fine). We have been vacuuming, washing bedding, stuffed animals etc, we sprayed Vets Best natural spray everywhere. It shows photos of animals and says it is safe to use in a chicken coop. Luanne S. Hi Luanne, yes I am sure its fine, just dont let them ingest it or anything. Hi Suzanne, I have only ever used the white one, so probably go with that. I continued to vacuum and spray the carpets with hot shot spray, this unfortunately doesnt contain an igr. Hi there, just make sure you have the food grade DE and you can stay at home. There is powder everywhere. City girl moved to the country. How many times should we repeat? Do you think that the DE will absorb the Advantage and prevent it from spreading over the cats? Tonight Im going to try using dawn dish soap in hopes it will help. I have it throughout my house and dusted DE over the entire floor and swept it into the cracks and baseboards. Thanks! How would you apply DE to floorboards with huge gaps and years of dust in between? Read this article and went to home Depot the next day and bought a huge bag. Thanks so much for the info Natasha!! But when searching, there it was. I did purchase it (the food grade DE), and covered our entire basement (except for a large workbench where my Dads old tools are & another table that has garden equipment, light bulbs, and do-dads on it , & of course our boxed artificial Christmas tree I did not put any DE on that). Take Care and thanks for your help. I recommend that you keep using DE, its a fantastic product, especially in homes where there are lots of those cracks, etc. and vacuum it up in the evening. they are covered in fleas. If you desparately want to clean it up, give that Shop-Vac (although I havent used one) a try, should work fairly well. Getting Kids Started with Vegetable Gardening, Getting Kids Started with Vegetable Gardening. I put de all over carpet basement and left it there now for 5 days. Hi Teresa! Hey Anita! Thanks! I plan to write a number of additional articles in the near future, time permitting of course. Some experts are adamant that only flea insecticides will work and ridicule those that think otherwise while others advocate a completely natural approach. Any suggestions on what I might have done wrong? This part of NC is terrible for pests. Could you let me know how to tell the difference between pool grade and food grade DE? While it does kill fleas, there are some important things to be aware of before using it. Im going to make some DIY traps tonight (thanks for that tip). Fold each in half and make a stack. 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