How to Disinfect Your Home Without Harming Your Pet
Analysis by Dr. Karen Shaw Becker
Story at-a-glance
- Since the COVID-19 pandemic, some people are more concerned than ever about keeping their spaces clean, but some may forget to read and heed warning labels on cleaners
- The Pet Poison Helpline reported a 100% increase in phone traffic from panicked pet owners due to pets inhaling, ingesting or having skin contact with common but poisonous household cleaners
- Bleach and ammonia are common cleaners that are potentially lethal to pets, but mixing them with other substances can make them even worse
- Experts say highly reactive chemicals may be effective in killing bacteria and viruses, but that’s also what makes them respond to others, creating new toxic chemicals
- While large dogs may also be affected, small dogs and cats are much closer to the source of toxins on the floor after cleaning, disinfecting or deodorizing, and may be increasingly harmed over time
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