Diatomaceous Earth - Pets and Animals
(1) Sealed 2.5 pound jar - total weight 2.5 pounds
Pets: Our best friends come in all shapes and sizes. Protect them with Diatomaceous Earth. When lightly rubbed into their coats or dusted on their premises, it is very effective against fleas, ticks, lice, and other pests on pet dogs, cats, and birds. It can also be used as an organic wormer and will kill any worms or parasites the pets may have. When using as a de-wormer, mix the Diatomaceous Earth into their food as follows:
- Large Cats - 1 teaspoon
- Kittens - 1/4 teaspoon
- Dogs 100 lbs + - 1-2 tablespoons
- Dogs 50 - 100lbs - 1 tablespoon
- Dogs Under 50 lbs - 1 teaspoon
- Mini dogs - 1/2 teaspoon
As pets get older, they also get sore joints. With Diatomaceous Earth in their diet they will feel better. Apply to moist kennel areas to reduce odors, dry the area, and prevent pest breeding. Deodorizing and absorption are natural functions of DE, so add to kitty litter to absorb odors and keep the litter box drier.
Veterinary naturopaths Drs. Kim Bloomer & Jeannie Thomason, hosts of the
online radio show, Animal Talk Naturally , have this to say about our Permaguard
Diatomaceous Earth:
"Our work is based on natural, preventive care for animals so of course we
are always on the lookout for good, quality NATURAL products to help our
clients and our listening audience that won't break the bank. We've long
been proponents of FOOD-grade diatomaceous earth as a natural pest control
for both external and internal use in animals.
We have provided both the high quality and affordability of DE in their Permaguard
product that we look for in our own personal use as well as for our clients."
All livestock: Horses, Cows, Pigs, Sheep, Goats, Rabbits, Chickens and others will benefit from the use of Diatomaceous Earth. It is completely safe and nontoxic.
Some of the benefits that have been observed:*
- Control of fleas and ticks
- Stimulates basic metabolism
- Converts feed better
- Reduces the desire to lick soil
- Scouring or diarrhea: when fed it seems to act as a material that draws both virus and bacteria out of the body and solidifies the stool
- Reduces odor and moisture in barns and stalls
- Better coat and hoof condition
- Keeps fly larvae from developing in manure, noticeably reducing the fly population
- Reduces annual vet bills--Decreased Mortality
- In Cattle: Decreased Mastitis
- Dairy Cattle: Increased milk production
- Kills parasites without chemicals
- Better egg production, stronger eggs, and reduces overall animal stress
- Added to livestock waters, will prevent algae from growing
Animal Use - Suggested Feeding and Application Rates:
Animal | Suggested Rate |
Beef Cattle | 1% of total weight of dry ration 5% in grain or 1oz. per day |
Dairy Cattle | 1% of total weight of dry ration or 1 oz. per day |
Calves | 4 grams in morning milk per calf or 2 oz. per day in feed |
Chickens | 5% in feed, use at full strength in dusting boxes |
Hogs | 2% of total feed ration, dust or spray on bedding and animals |
Horses | 5 ounces (1 cup) in daily feed ration |
Sheep | 1% in ground grains 1 part Diatomaceous Earth to 2 parts T-M salt |
Goats | 1% in grain, 1/2 oz per day, up to 50% in T-M salt |
For large animals, DE may also be offered "free Choice" as long as dispenser is protedcted from the wind. Your livestock will also get the benefit of over 14 trace minerals that make up Diatomaceous Earth.
NEVER feed any other type of DIATOMACEOUS EARTH to any animal, other than the Food Grade fresh water DIATOMACEOUS EARTH.
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* DISCLAIMER
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. The statements are for informational purposes only.
Any food grade diatomaceous earth uses other than those approved by the EPA, FDA, or USDA are strictly reports of what hundreds of users as well as we ourselves have done with diatomaceous earth.
