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8.3: Diatomaceous Earth

Updated: Feb 18

Diatomaceous Earth is often known as DE for ease. It is not only low cost, its also suitable for several uses. It is not Earth coloured though, its white.


⚠️ It is absolutely critical that you use the FOOD GRADE.


DE is a non-toxic natural substance, made from crushed fossils of freshwater organisms and marine life.


We love FOOD GRADE DE because of its multiple uses but also its deadly impact to insects, whilst being safe for use in animals.


FOOD GRADE DE can kill fleas, ticks lice or mites. It doesn’t poison insects or paralyse them, it dehydrated them swiftly so they die, it does this to any larvae too


Internal Parasites:

Mix FOOD GRADE DE into food well to eliminate roundworms, whipworms, pinworms & Hookworm. If you have a positive worm result use FOOD GRADE DE for 14-28 consecutive days (14 for low count, 21 for medium, 28 for high) in this manner before retesting.


⚠️ Not effective on heart or lungworm, please consult a vet for help with these types.


External Parasites:

Dust your dogs skin with FOOD GRADE DE if they have fleas and brush through. You will need to wash all soft furnishings or dust those too and may need to repeat the process daily for a few days to be sure they are all gone.


⚠️ Avoid the face & ears of your dog when doing this, keep your dog out of any room your are ‘cleansing’ with DE to avoid them inhaling it as it may irritate their airways with it not being mixed in with food. Bathe your dog in a herbal flea shampoo afterwards.


FOOD GRADE DE can also be used as:

  • Detoxification - Can help to remove heavy metals from the body. Can also help to kill off virus and bacteria such as e-coli, endotoxins, drug residues and much more.

  • Food supplement- source of magnesium, silicon calcium, sodium, iron, potassium, copper, zinc, phosphorous, selenium

  • Cholesterol support - some studies indicate FOOD GRADE DE can help to lower bad cholesterol

  • Chemical-free deodoriser - use it on your dog or rugs, dust over and brush out. ⚠️ Avoid the face & ears of your dog when doing this, keep your dog out of any room your are ‘cleansing’ with DE to avoid them inhales as it may irritate their airways with it not being mixed in with food. Bathe your dog in a herbal shampoo after if necessary.

  • Safe Garden Pest Control - it will repel or kill bugs like ants, caterpillars, cockroaches, snails, spiders, bed bugs, termites, fruit flies and beetles. Simply mix with water and spray where required.

⚠️ Do not forget the golden rule - you must only ever use FOOD GRADE diatomaceous earth


🐾 Internal dosages:

  • Small dogs & pups ½ teaspoon

  • Up to 20kg 1 tsp per day

  • Over 20kg 1 tablespoon per day



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