Diatomaceous earth is extremely efficient for ridding your home of fleas and other pests. However, if you have a new kitten, you’ll have to be extra careful in its use. Here’s what you need to know about diatomaceous earth for fleas on newborn kittens. I’m going to share with you how I got rid of fleas on my newborn kittens for good. One of the things that surprised me about my kittens was their reaction when I tried to treat them for fleas. Normally cats don’t like it when you apply stuff in their fur and the first time I applied diatomaceous earth (also known as DE or sometimes referred to as diatoms by aquarium hobbyists) my new kitties didn’t enjoy the experience at all. However, they never had fleas again after that. Diatomaceous earth is a very effective way to get rid of fleas on newborn kittens before they go off on their own and have problems with parasites. I have been a diatomaceous earth advocate for several years and have learned correct application methods for getting rid of fleas. There are some false beliefs regarding diatomaceous earth. Many people are under the impression that diatomaceous earth is safe and effective on everything, but this is not true. Some of the same problems attributed to DE are also true for many other pest control products, such as ammonia-based cleaners, bleach (sodium hypochlorite and calcium hypochlorite), boric acid, Clorox® bleach, Comet® cleanser, dish soap, gasoline (petrol), insecticides such as Avid® and Raid®, lime sulfur mixture, Listerine®, Nair®, OTC ant killer, pesticides such as cockroach sprays and Raid®, permethrin (aerosol), roach spray, wood ash from campfires or burning leaves, tobacco smoke and vinegar.

Diatomaceous Earth For Fleas On Newborn Kittens

Introduction

[lots of text removed], you can use diatomaceous earth on newborn kittens. DE can be used in conjunction with a flea comb to help get rid of the fleas and their eggs, but please note that while you will effectively kill the fleas, you will not remove them from your kitten. The trick is to prevent as much scratching as possible and to keep him or her warm so that new skin does not have time to form before any scratching takes place.

5 Things To Know About Fleas In Kittens

• Fleas are tiny pests that live on the skin of animals and humans. They can cause itching and can spread tapeworms.
• Fleas are a common cause of anemia in young kittens, which can be fatal if untreated.
• Fleas also pose a risk to human health, especially when they carry tapeworms.
• Treating kittens for fleas should be done with care so as not to harm them during treatment with insecticides or other medications designed for treating flea-infested pets

# 1. Diatomaceous earth is a natural flea killer for kittens.

Diatomaceous earth is a natural mineral found in the earth and it’s made up of the fossilized skeletons of diatoms.

This substance, once ingested by fleas or other insects, acts as an abrasive on their exoskeleton and causes them to dehydrate and die. DE is harmless to humans and animals unless it’s inhaled in large amounts – which can cause mild respiratory distress in cats but not in humans (it doesn’t take much for cats).

# 2. DE is the most effective natural flea killer for newborn kittens and cats.

Diatomaceous earth is a natural product that kills fleas by dehydrating them. It is safe for cats, kittens, pregnant cats and kittens. DE can be used on animals as young as 2 weeks old that are not nursing or pregnant.

# 3. Not all diatomaceous earth products are the same, some are dangerous and will kill cats or kittens.

Diatomaceous earth is a natural mineral that has been used for years as an insecticide. DE is made up of the skeletal remains of diatoms, which are unicellular algae. However, not all DE products are safe for use with cats and kittens. If you want to use diatomaceous earth on your pet, it’s important to choose a food grade product that does not contain any additives or fillers. Such food grade products should be labeled as “poultry grade” or “food grade.”

# 4. You can safely use diatomaceous earth on kittens as young as one week old, however you should not sprinkle it on their little bodies because they can breathe it in causing severe respiratory issues and possibly death.

You can safely use diatomaceous earth on kittens as young as one week old, however you should not sprinkle it on their little bodies because they can breathe it in causing severe respiratory issues and possibly death.

Instead, you will want to place a handful of DE in the bottom of any litter box that your kitten uses and then fill with clean litter. The DE will kill fleas that are attempting to lay eggs or reproduce within the box itself.

# 5. You can safely use food grade diatomaceous earth with no additives on your kitten at the age of 2 months or older and dilute it in their food to kill fleas internally and externally, but no younger than 2 months old.

You can safely use food grade diatomaceous earth with no additives on your kitten at the age of 2 months or older and dilute it in their food to kill fleas internally and externally, but no younger than 2 months old. You will want to make sure that you are using a fine powder that does not contain any additives or fillers. Food grade diatomaceous earth is safe for kittens 8 weeks or older, including pregnant females (make sure to ask your vet first).

Food grade diatomaceous earth is extremely safe for use with newborn kittens to kill fleas without toxic chemicals which are often very harmful to tiny innocent kittens that have nothing but new soft fur, skin and a cute little nose on them so be careful what you use as many people have almost starved their little kitten by using a chemical flea collar on them, DE is 100% safe when used properly [lots of text removed].

Food grade diatomaceous earth is extremely safe for use with newborn kittens to kill fleas without toxic chemicals which are often very harmful to tiny innocent kittens that have nothing but new soft fur, skin and a cute little nose on them so be careful what you use as many people have almost starved their little kitten by using a chemical flea collar on them, DE is 100% safe when used properly [lots of text removed].

Diatomaceous earth can also be used safely on adult cats as well but it is not recommended that young kittens under 6 weeks of age should be exposed to food grade diatomaceous earth. The reason why it is not recommended for young kittens under 6 weeks of age is because they still need all the nutrients from their mother’s milk.

Conclusion

Using diatomaceous earth for fleas is a great way to kill pests on your kitten without using any harmful chemicals. Just use the food grade DE and dilute it in water or food and you’ve got yourself a safe, natural flea killer for newborn kittens that will not harm them in any way.