The Real Dirt on Diatomaceous Earth Used for Worming Bison

(DE) Diatomaceous Earth and Bison Wallows The Real Dirt on Diatomaceous Earth Used for Worming Bison Murray Woodbury DVM, MSc Associate Professor and Research Chair Specialized Livestock Research and Production Department of Large Animal Clinical Sciences Western College of Veterinary Medicine University of Saskatchewan Increased public awareness of chemical and drug residues in meat and milk products has resulted in pressure on animal industry to reduce or eliminate these chemicals from food production. Bison meat products in particular are marketed as natural or sometimes “organic”, making the use of veterinary drugs for prevention or treatment of disease undesirable, or in … Read more

(DE) Diatomaceous Earth and Bison

Buffalo Wallows The Real Dirt on Diatomaceous Earth Used For Worming Bison   Buffalo Wallow with (DE) Diatomaceous Earth    I’ve been using DE for well over 20 years and taking pictures of the bison’s interaction for only about the last five years. I was surprised when I started posting the images and how many people didn’t know what it was.  I started using it for insect control and as a dewormer for my horses. Then expanded to pest control for the dogs, garden, and yard during the warmer active months. It remains effective as long as it’s kept dry. … Read more