Guest LJS1993 Posted August 19, 2007 Report Share Posted August 19, 2007 Is there any type of ant insecticide that is completely safe for usage around animals? I have a ag spray permit so I have some experience with insecticides. However, I am having difficulty finding something mild enough to use around our dogs. I'm hoping some of the ranchers on this forum would have some solutions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest WoobiesMom Posted August 19, 2007 Report Share Posted August 19, 2007 http://www.bordercollie.org/boards/index.p...mp;hl=fire+ants There was alot of good advice on this thread. I'd start with the cayenne pepper, it might sting but no permanent harm and then the pups will stay away. Good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LJS1993 Posted August 19, 2007 Report Share Posted August 19, 2007 http://www.bordercollie.org/boards/index.p...mp;hl=fire+ants There was alot of good advice on this thread. I'd start with the cayenne pepper, it might sting but no permanent harm and then the pups will stay away. Good luck! Thanks WoobiesMom. I would actually utilize my idea, however I cannot find the ant hill. Furthermore these are tiny little ants, in many ways the most evil. I'm thinking of finding some moderately safe insecticide and merely spraying the perimeter of their pen. I also completely raked inside of the pen and removed these damn little berries which fall from our trees. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandyleew Posted August 19, 2007 Report Share Posted August 19, 2007 Food Grade Diatomaceous Earth around the perimeter will keep them out and is perfectly safe to use around the dogs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toby the Puppy Posted August 19, 2007 Report Share Posted August 19, 2007 I use something called diatomaceous (sp?) earth. It is a naturally occurring element so is safe for pets and people, but it is like walking on glass for the ants. They either stay away from it or if they do walk on it it supposedly cuts through their exoskeletan and they die. We have had moderate success with it in our gardens. It does need to be reapplied if it rains, which hasn't been a problem for us this summer!! I think the only problem you might have with it is if the dogs were to inhale large amounts of it, that might not be good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LJS1993 Posted August 19, 2007 Report Share Posted August 19, 2007 I use something called diatomaceous (sp?) earth. It is a naturally occurring element so is safe for pets and people, but it is like walking on glass for the ants. They either stay away from it or if they do walk on it it supposedly cuts through their exoskeletan and they die. We have had moderate success with it in our gardens. It does need to be reapplied if it rains, which hasn't been a problem for us this summer!! I think the only problem you might have with it is if the dogs were to inhale large amounts of it, that might not be good. It sounds like this could be the answer. I wonder if I can pick this up at Wal-Mart? Or possibly Lowes? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maralynn Posted August 19, 2007 Report Share Posted August 19, 2007 Not sure about Wal-mart or Lowes - I'd look through the phone book and try a couple local garden centers. We also have a natural food store in our area that carries it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LJS1993 Posted August 19, 2007 Report Share Posted August 19, 2007 Not sure about Wal-mart or Lowes - I'd look through the phone book and try a couple local garden centers. We also have a natural food store in our area that carries it. My local True-Value says they have it. I will go look and see if it is food grade to make sure it is safe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maralynn Posted August 19, 2007 Report Share Posted August 19, 2007 I think it should be fine even if it's not food grade. You're just going to be sprinkling it on the ground, right? It should be harmless to the dogs even if it isn't food grade. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trailrider Posted August 19, 2007 Report Share Posted August 19, 2007 Swimming pool suplies usually have the DE in bags. I mix mine with a bit of rotenone. Keeps all kinds of the buggies away from sleeping areas, dog houses, etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandyleew Posted August 19, 2007 Report Share Posted August 19, 2007 The reason I recommended the food-grade is because my dogs seem to love the stuff and if given a chance will eat some. I actually add DE to theirs and my cats' food. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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