Diatomaceous earth

[boundtogoboogie]

Has anyone ever tried providing food grade diatomaceous earth for chickens to dust in? It is a great, non toxic insect killer and I wondered if there was any reason this would not be a good idea.

Cynthia

 

[cindye]

i too use DE. i even put it in chickens and dogs food....1/4 tsp. for small breed dogs. also mix with sand for japanese quail to dust and play in. on hot days, just dampen with water and watch the fun. chickens have a special corner in coop with dirt , sand and de. they have a blast,

 

[ChipsAhoyMcCoy]

Heard DE is really fine and can get in the chickens lungs and cause wheezing an breathing problems.

 

[chickengeorgeto]

I think this link will tell you everything that you need to know about the effectiveness of diatomaceous earth.

https://www.backyardchickens.com/t/...use-a-bug-bomb-in-the-coop-to-get-rid-of-them