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Cat has fleas - Diatomaceous earth

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Would anyone know where i might get Diatomaceous Earth to help rid of cat fleas in the house. Its beginning to look like a serious infestation. The cat is already rid of them - but now instead the are hopping like bouncing balls on to our legs in the house

Anonymous

I suggest you also use a hoover and vacuum all your floors and carpets - also sprinkle with baby powder (leave for 15 minutes and then hoover).

Any cloths, blankets, rugs, bedding, clothing etc. put on a high temperature in the tumble dryer for 40 minutes.

Also place orange peel around the house.

Use a plastic lid; place some baby powder on it and leave it in dark or hidden places.

Comb the cat with a comb soaked in vinegar.

Oct 2, 2014 18:57
beth10613

You can get diatomaceous earth a few places online:

http://www.amazon.com/
http://www.ebay.com/
http://www.diatomaceousearth.com/

You can also find some diatomaceous earth at Tractor Supply (if there is one in your area) or a local feed store. When you get DE, make sure it says "food grade" on the label or something like "meets food chemical codex standards". Don't use pool grade in your house or on your cat.

Leave DE on the carpet for a while. Put it anywhere the cat goes. Vacuum lots and put more DE down after. (Break up any big clumps before you vacuum.)

When you dust the cat, push the fur back to expose the skin. DE needs to come in direct contact with the flea to work. Apply DE maybe twice a week, but keep on eye on your cat's skin! If the skin starts to dry badly then discontinue use immediately.

You need to keep at this for at least a month because DE doesn't work on the eggs. Do this to break the cycle. Good luck with everything!

Oct 2, 2014 21:09
Kerry

You can buy it in the Bio shop in the Bascule Gallery beside Inno Bascule.

Nov 9, 2014 11:38