diatomaceous earth

  1. Keeperoflock

    Question Regarding Diatomaceous Earth

    I went to Rural King and looked for just plain DE but the only thing I could find was Red Lake DE with calcium bentonite. I'm pretty sure it's ok but thought I would ask you DE educated people...
  2. Henrybelle

    Diatomaceous earth in dust bath? Help!

    I’ve read multiple conflicting articles and forums on using diatomaceous earth in dust baths. Some say not to use it because it can cause respiratory problems and others do. I’m just looking for more opinions and a general consensus. Also I’ve heard wood ash but would this count as a similar...
  3. Henrybelle

    Dust bathing

    I’ve got a question in regards to creating a dust bath area for my pullets. I’ve read multiple conflicting articles and forums on adding diatomaceous earth. Some use it and some don’t as it can irritate their sensitive respiratory systems. I’d just like to have a few opinions and get a general...
  4. F

    Diatomaceous earth

    Does anyone know if it is okay to give week old chicks straight diatomaceous earth for dust baths?
  5. ChickenMama308

    Coop treated with DE - safe for week old baby chick?!

    Hi everyone! It's been a crazy week trying to get rid of mites, lice, and cocci while caring for a newborn chick. I have 3 hens in our large coop and now we have one baby chick. 3 days ago I removed and discarded all bedding, nesting boxes etc. and went to town with dusting the coop, nesting...
  6. How to Treat Chicken Lice & Preventative Care Tips

    How to Treat Chicken Lice & Preventative Care Tips

    This article will explain the best methods for how to treat chicken lice for beginners. This is my firsthand experience. For starters, poultry or "chicken lice" are specialist parasites and evolve to be very good at feeding on their specific host species—but aren't able to live on other species...
  7. R

    Diatomaceous Earth

    I have DE that does not safe "food grade" but it is intended for use in the coop. Is it okay to feed to my chickens or should I purchase food grade DE. The current DE I have is Manna Pro Pure DEfense.
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