Sweet PDZ? What is that?

[the lemon tree]

Has anyone ever used this stuff? I called my local feed store today about carrying DE but they said that Sweet PDZ is a good substitute. What do you think?

 

[Judy]

Yes, people here use it for their chickens, and say it helps odors. It is not DE and will not do all the same things.

http://www.sweetpdz.com/our-products.html#what

 

[CityChook]

I think it's for horse stalls????

If they can't get you food grade DE, ask for Stall Dry. It seems to be a little more common. Basically it's DE with clay.

 

[Cetawin]

Sweet PDZ is sold as a stall deodorizer. It contains DE and is safe for the birds. I use it in my coop and run to help with the odor, keeping it dryer around the waterer and so forth.

 

[Chicky Mama]

Could you explain what DE( is it diatemacous earth?) is and PDZ?

 

[nwgirl]

Diatomaceous Earth (DE) is a natural grade freshwater diatomite. Mixed in their bedding, it kills insects (like leg mites), and added to their feed helps prevent internal parasites. The food grade is natural and non-toxic.

PDZ is a natural volcanic substance known as Zeolite and is used for ammonia absorption and odor neutralization.

 

[annek]

I love it, it keeps the odor down and doesn't hurt the birds at all. I haven't been able to find DE locally yet but even after I do I will still use it.