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miss kris
True Blue Farmgirl
118 Posts
kris
mi
USA
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 Posted - May 23 2010 : 3:23:01 PM
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I see about the fleas - but my dog got her first tick this weekend. I hate ticks!!!!!!
How to you guys handle tick prevention? Thanks! Kris (boy! its hot today!)
For I know the plans I have for you...Jer.29:11 |
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SheilaC
True Blue Farmgirl
1948 Posts
Sheila
Vermont
USA
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Posted - May 23 2010 : 7:14:22 PM
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| ick ick ick. I work in outdoor ed and I had 7 on ME last Thursday! Yuck. |
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sherrye
True Blue Farmgirl
3775 Posts
sherry
bend in the high desert
oregon
USA
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Posted - May 23 2010 : 7:17:57 PM
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i think that on animals the DE would help. it is abrasive and would cut the tick. may not be full proof but may help. just a thought sherrye
the learn as we go silk purse farm
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melody
True Blue Farmgirl
3329 Posts
Melody
The Great North Woods in the Land of Hiawatha
USA
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miss kris
True Blue Farmgirl
118 Posts
kris
mi
USA
118 Posts |
Posted - May 24 2010 : 04:16:10 AM
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I am more than terrible with abbreviation. what is DE? Thanks Kris
For I know the plans I have for you...Jer.29:11 |
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SheilaC
True Blue Farmgirl
1948 Posts
Sheila
Vermont
USA
1948 Posts |
Posted - May 24 2010 : 04:16:24 AM
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| I wonder if DE even would work on the animals--their shell is so hard you have to cut them to kill them. . . |
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maggie14
True Blue Farmgirl
6784 Posts
Hannah
Washington
USA
6784 Posts |
Posted - May 24 2010 : 11:00:02 AM
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Here you go ladies. This might help you out. Also Apple Cider Vinegar is really good for ticks and fleas too.
Tick Repellent
Ticks can carry a number of diseases, but the worst of them is Lyme disease. Humans and pets alike can contract Lyme disease, but it can be extremely serious for pets. This tick remedy calls for two tablespoons of vegetable oil or nut oil and 10 to 25 drops of rose geranium oil, which can be purchased at a nutrition store or online. Combine in a jar and shake to mix. The mixture works for humans, dogs and cats. To apply, dab a little bit on your skin or clothing, being sure to avoid the eyes. This recipe makes about 2 tablespoons and can last up to six months unused, according to Care2.com.
Hugs,
Channah
Farmgirl sister #1219
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miss kris
True Blue Farmgirl
118 Posts
kris
mi
USA
118 Posts |
Posted - May 24 2010 : 12:48:32 PM
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Channah - could it be put in a spray bottle and sprayed on? Kris (What is DE?)
For I know the plans I have for you...Jer.29:11 |
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maggie14
True Blue Farmgirl
6784 Posts
Hannah
Washington
USA
6784 Posts |
Posted - May 24 2010 : 12:54:08 PM
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I would think so.
Hugs!
Channah
Farmgirl sister #1219
Just a small town country girl trying to live her dreams. :) |
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1badmamawolf
True Blue Farmgirl
2199 Posts
Teresa
"Bent Fence Farms"
Ca
USA
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Posted - May 24 2010 : 5:33:47 PM
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orange oil works to prevent fleas and ticks and biting flies, you can get it at feed stores, petco/petsmart, and natural food stores. A little goes a long way, you can mist it on, or put on a rag and wipe it on, oh, and it works on all animals , including human.
"Treat the earth well, it was not given to you by your parents, it was loaned to you by your children" |
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miss kris
True Blue Farmgirl
118 Posts
kris
mi
USA
118 Posts |
Posted - May 24 2010 : 6:50:11 PM
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I am giggling -- please tell me what DE is -- Please please. Thank you so much!! smiling kris
I will try the orange oil too -- if I use to straight, will it burn?
For I know the plans I have for you...Jer.29:11 |
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1badmamawolf
True Blue Farmgirl
2199 Posts
Teresa
"Bent Fence Farms"
Ca
USA
2199 Posts |
Posted - May 25 2010 : 09:39:31 AM
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orange oil will not burn, but the "orange scent" is strong
"Treat the earth well, it was not given to you by your parents, it was loaned to you by your children" |
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miss kris
True Blue Farmgirl
118 Posts
kris
mi
USA
118 Posts |
Posted - May 25 2010 : 1:19:15 PM
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I went to the Harvest Health store and got the oils - so will make my mixture and hopefully - no more ticks!!!!
Thanks!! Miss kris
For I know the plans I have for you...Jer.29:11 |
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levisgrammy
True Blue Farmgirl
9439 Posts
Denise
Beavercreek
Ohio
USA
9439 Posts |
Posted - May 25 2010 : 6:25:30 PM
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How do you apply the ACV for ticks?
And Kris you have me curious too, what does DE stand for? Would it be diatomaceous earth?
"All you need is faith, trust and......a little bit of pixie dust" ~Peter Pan |
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miss kris
True Blue Farmgirl
118 Posts
kris
mi
USA
118 Posts |
Posted - May 26 2010 : 06:16:49 AM
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: ) I have to smile...at myself. I am not sure what ACV means but I put the oils in a small glass spray bottle and will spray it on. Tho..the spray isn't very fine which is what I was looking for.
That is the other thing I am feeding - Diatomaceous earth - my computer does not know that word either. : ) chuckle chuckle.... Kris : >
For I know the plans I have for you...Jer.29:11 |
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kristin sherrill
True Blue Farmgirl
11303 Posts
kristin
chickamauga
ga
USA
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Posted - May 26 2010 : 06:34:55 AM
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I found a tick on my Nubian's ear yesterday. I gave all my guineas away last fall. They really helped keep the ticks down. I just made the oil and will spray it on all the critters.
My poor cow girls are really having a hard time with flies. They are covered. From their noses to their feet. It's so bad. I am going to spray them down with this and see if it helps any.
ACV is apple cider vinegar. And DE is ground up very old shells? It's a very fine powder that will cut up a slug ar snail or larva. Even some beetles. I put it on potatoes for the beetles and the beans too. Also good for putting in goat yards to keep worms down.
Kris
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sherrye
True Blue Farmgirl
3775 Posts
sherry
bend in the high desert
oregon
USA
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Posted - May 26 2010 : 06:37:07 AM
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howdy gals, DE is the diatomaceous earth. ACV is apple cider vinegar. it must be the raw unfiltered acv. there will be brown sediment in the bottom of the jar. this is an alive product. the bios in it are not cooked. it has great benefit to animals and humans. many nutrients in it also. changes ph of the animal so bugs do not like to bite them. just a thought sherrye
the learn as we go silk purse farm
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miss kris
True Blue Farmgirl
118 Posts
kris
mi
USA
118 Posts |
Posted - May 26 2010 : 07:04:15 AM
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I didn't know cows had problems with fleas - I hope they get relief from the spray. We got some poorly cared for mini horses who were full of lice - that wasn't fun.
I never would have guessed ACV had anything to do with vinegar.....but like I said, I am a nut with abbreviation. Thank you Kris : ) I am going to use the diatomaceous earth in the garden this summer. I was told that is harms bugs and worms. You guys have a good day, I am off to town for my normal weekly town stuff. Its going to be warm here again today.....we may have a overly warm summer this year. Take care.... Kris
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