My dog ate diatomaceous earth. Is it safe? What symptoms to watch for?

So every product should have a safety label on the packaging to let you know if it is tested for pet safety as a general guideline. And according to the safety precautions for diatomaceous earth, only the non-food grade DE is harmful to not only pets but to people if exposed over a 40 hr period. The Food grade DE (diatomaceous earth) is not considered harmful. So make sure to check your label to see which kind you have. Here is a website link that goes more in detail https://www.diatomaceousearth.com/blog/be-sure-to-follow-these-de-safety-precautions/

The few licks of diatomaceous earth should not cause any toxic effects in your husky. Some farmers actually add this to livestock or horse food! I would just monitor your dog for GI upset, but I wouldn't expect any issues from a small amount of this product.

It is not recommended to use the diatomaceous earth directly on pets because it can cause small abrasions to the skin and is a risk to be inhaled into the lungs (which can cause damage to the lungs). Diatomaceous earth can be applied to the yard and application varies based upon rain levels and soil moisture. There are much more effect ways to deal with fleas. A monthly topical or oral tablet are the best methods to control fleas and in general, the property does not need to be treated unless there is a heavy flea burden. Talk with your veterinarian about a product like Simparica, Nexgard or Revolution. The following article has some information about diatomaceous earth: https://www.petcoach.co/article/at-home-flea-and-tick-treatments-that-dont-work/ Here is an article about flea prevention in general: https://www.petcoach.co/article/how-to-prevent-flea-and-tick-infestations-on-your-dog/ I hope this helps.

There isn't anything highly toxic in Milo for dogs, he might show some hyper excitability symptoms, vomiting or diarrhea but he should be fine.

Thank you for submitting your question regarding Brooklyn Riley. I recommend that she sees a veterinarian today. It is worrisome that she cannot eat without vomiting. Is there a chance that she ate a foreign object such as a piece of a toy or clothing? If there is a blockage in her stomach or intestines, the dog will vomit every time it eats. The veterinarian will examine her and may recommend x-rays and bloodwork. Do not give her anymore of the natural flea and tick prevention. I hope this information helps!

Unfortunately, it is not uncommon for dogs to eat dead animals found in the yard or on walks. Thankfully, in most cases the worst that may occur is some stomach upset (vomiting or diarrhea). Monitor for GI upset ([vomiting](https://www.petcoach.co/dog/condition/vomiting-1/) and/or [diarrhea](https://www.petcoach.co/dog/condition/diarrhea-1/)), lethargy, loss of appetite or abdominal pain. If your dog is behaving normally otherwise, you can [manage minor GI upset at home](https://www.petcoach.co/article/6-things-you-can-do-at-home-if-your-pet-has-diarrhea) by first withholding food for 12-24 hours. Allow small amounts of water or unflavored PediaLyte during this fasting period. Resume feeding a bland diet ( boiled boneless / skinless chicken and plain cooked white rice) in small, frequent amounts. Begin with 1 tablespoon of food every hour and gradually increase the amount if there is no vomiting. Continue feeding bland until there is no vomiting for 48 hours and/or the stool is normal then transition slowly to the regular diet. If the vomiting or diarrhea don't stop or if you see other symptoms (lethargy, loss of appetite, abdominal pain, etc.), see your veterinarian.

Dry wall ingestion may cause gastrointestinal upset. If a large enough quantity is ingested, it may pose a risk of obstruction. Monitor for vomiting​, diarrhea, loss of appetite, lethargy or abdominal pain. Seek veterinary attention if any of these symptoms develop.