Diatomaceous Earth is know to eliminate: roundworms, nodular worms, cecal worms, capillary worms. Our best friends come in all shapes and sizes.  Protect them with Diatomaceous Earth.  When lightly rubbed into their coats........ please find out further information regarding external uses for pets and livestock at:  www.dirtworks.net/Diatomaceous-Earth.html  This section of this site is censored and information cannot be supplied due to the strong and overt control of Health Canada.  They do no want any product that they have not received money for and has not been approved through "Health" Canada (please adhere to the word health...they have approved the use of diatomaceous earth with use of harsh chemicals (found in local stores) these chemicals cause harm to our environment and ourselves) but is approved by "Health Canada".  So, our company cannot tell you about any natural uses. Please surf the web and check out "natural uses for diatomaceous" and you will find plenty of other sites that will give you this information!  Don't understand why Health Canada regulates?  Please contact: Regional Pesticide Officer Pest Management Regulatory Agency Health Canada Burnaby, BC Tel: 604-666-1081 It can also be used as an organic de-wormer and is known to eliminate worms and parasites your pets may have.  When using as a de-wormer, mix the DE into your pets' food.    Recommended Dosages: (Mix in with food/feed)  Cattle   2% by weight of dry ration   Calves  4 g in morning Dairy Cattle  2% by weight of dry ration  Chicken  5% in feed and used as a duster  Goats  1% in grain  Hogs  2% of wieght in feed ration  Horses 1/2-1 cup in daily ration no to exceed 2% of feed   Sheep  1% in ground grain  Kittens 1/2 teaspoon (not for continuous use)  Cats  1 tsp  Dogs  2 tsp  Dogs over 50lbs  1 Tblsp  Dogs over 100lbs  2 Tblsp Livestock: Dr. Phillip Schable, while heading the Dept. of Poultry Sciences at Michigan State University, made a study of the European Literature on adding Diatomaceous Eath to dairy cows and made the following report: "DE contains 15 trace minerals important to an animal’s diet. DE mixes well with all feed while guarding against insect damage. It prevents worms and keeps virus epidemics from developing. Saves albumen, destroys harmfuls acids, safeguards the stomach, improves health and growth of young animals.  Causes better digestions, allowing animals to absorb a higher percentage of protein from their regular diet". MORE ON LIVESTOCK! (Just click the horse above) As you can conclude, all livestock, horses, cows, pigs, sheep, goats, rabbits, chickens, ducks, geese and others will benefit from the use of Diatomaceous Earth. It is completely safe and nontoxic. Some of the other benefits are; Control of fleas and ticks, stimulates basic metabolism, converts feed better, reduces odor and moisture in barns and stalls, results in better healthier richer coat and hoof condition, keeps fly larvae from developing in manure, noticeably reducing the fly population, is known to reduce annual vet bills, and as mentioned, is known to control worms and internal parasites without chemicals, Albumen:better production and stronger, and reduces overall animal stress. Diatomaceous Earth is mixed right in with the animals feed.  Perma-Gaurd Diatomaceous Earth is licensed to be used in and around the home, yard and animals housing.  It can be applied as a dry dust, or mixed with water at the rate of 2 oz. (56 grams) per quart (0.95 L) and a sprayed as a liquid. Dry Application If you want to clean your area of anything (not bugs because that would be no approved by Health Canada) so these directions do not pertain to any pest control applications. o Cover the affected area with Perma-Guard Pet & Animal Powder at the rate of 8 oz.(.24 Litres) to 16 oz. (.48 Litres) per 1,000 sq. ft. o Lightly work the material into the hair of the animal to remove dirt and grime. Use brush or comb to work the material down to the skin. Pay strict attention to places where the animal cannot reach, such as the scalp. Dust the ears of the animal with care. Dust the animal's bedding and areas where the animal sleeps, as well as cracks and crevices adjacent to them. Repeat once a month or as necessary. Premise Application o For animals confined to a specific area, dust the entire area with Perma-Guard to clean it and make it a more enjoyable area for your pet.  Large Application Areas o Use any hand application designed for the purpose of discharging powder. If using a small lawn fertilizer spreader, mix equal parts of dry sand with Perma-Guard Diatomaceous Earth for even flow. Dust thoroughly the first time and then periodically reapply as needed.  Makes a great fertilizer boost to your plants as it contains many mineral..mostly Silica!!!  Wet Application o Mix with water at the rate of 2 oz. (56 grams) per quart (.95L) of water (one oz. is about 8 level teaspoons). To help keep it in suspension, add one teaspoon of mild natural detergent (found at local organic stores) and agitate the sprayer now and then while applying. Excellent Feritilizer