Do you have any pet-friend bug killers for the garden?

by Mary Olson

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Kathy Gunter Law on Jun 10, 2019

diatomaceous earth

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- Diane Coverdale on Jun 10, 2019
  
  Good for ants, slugs and most creepy crawlers.
  
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- Lynn Sorrell on Jun 10, 2019
  
  needs to be food grade to be pet safe and....... If breathed in, diatomaceous earth can irritate the nose and nasal passages. If an extremely large amount is inhaled, people/pets may cough and have shortness of breath. On skin, it can cause irritation and dryness. ... Any dust, including silica, can be irritating to the eyes.
  
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Judy on Jun 10, 2019

It depends what your trying to get rid of. What specifically do you need help with Mary?

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Mogie on Jun 10, 2019

I use vinegar, salt and Dawn. Pets don't like the smell of the vinegar and don't go near it.

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Lynn Sorrell on Jun 10, 2019

what kind of bugs? what kind of pets?some things can be used around dogs but not cats;where are the bugs the air?the grass?the garden?veggies? the pets?

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