HELP!!!! I used the wrong type of Diatomaceous earth, will my cat die?

Call a vet and ask. If your cat inhaled very much it could cause lung damage. If it was DE for swimming pool filters, and the cat ate it, it could be harmful depending on how much. A lot depends on cat's weigh how much inhaled or ingested. I don't think the cat would keel over right away, but I don't know what would happen to a small animal. Hope your kitty is ok.

If I were you I would explore the possibility of DETOXING but I don't have any idea what would be appropriate to try for DE.

Last Edited by Ralph--a house dog on 12/10/2012 01:36 PM

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What Do I Do If I Inhaled Diatomaceous Earth? | eHow.com
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Short-term inhalation of diatomaceous earth poses no serious health risk. Fresh air and rest should alleviate the symptoms of respiratory irritation caused by brief ...
Diatomaceous earth - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Diatomaceous earth is approved for use in food, but poses an inhalation hazard because it can cause silicosis. Natural or dried diatomite generally contains ...
Is Diatomaceous Earth Safe to Inhale? | eHow.com
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Contraindications for Diatomaceous Earth. Inhalation is the main concern when working with diatomaceous earth. Because it is composed of fine, ...
Diatomaceous Earth FAQ – Food Grade Diatomaceous Earth
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... is organic. Diatomaceous Earth FAQ is supplemented by in depth topic pages. ... I have heard DE is dangerous--especially breathing it in. Food Grade DE ...
Diatomaceous Earth
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Sep 14, 2011 ... hazard. (3) Could inhaling diatomaceous earth be a health hazard? Inhaling naturally-occurring DE should pose no more of a health hazard ...
The Dangers of Food Grade Diatomaceous Earth Exposure | eHow.co.uk
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The primary risk of diatomaceous earth is from inhalation. Diatomaceous earth is made of silicon dioxide, It's also known as amorphous silica and silica powder among ...