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question about using DE in the run area

Discussion in 'Coop & Run - Design, Construction, & Maintenance' started by lorain's fids, Aug 16, 2011.

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  1. Aug 16, 2011 #1
    lorain's fids

    lorain's fids Chillin' With My Peeps

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    I just put down sand mixed with some pea gravel in the new run area. Now before I let the girls in there should I mix some of the food grade de into the sand. And if so about how much. The total run is 6x12, but I only put sand/pea gravel in a 6x6 area which is the part with the roof. Should the grass/dirt also be dusted with DE or just the sand area?
    I am learning as the girls are growing- 8 weeks old this week.
     
  3. Aug 16, 2011 #2
    Omran

    Omran Chillin' With My Peeps

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    I think you will be fine putting it down with the sand, ( How much) just a hand full here and there.
     
  5. Aug 16, 2011 #3
    ChickenAl

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    I agree, a couple of handfuls in with the sand and gravel. If you have a special tub for dust bathing it is good to put it in there too.
     

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