Wellness for the "Angels" in your life: Pet proof your home from dangerous toxic chemicals

Most of us go to the store, buying off the shelf products used to clean everything from windows to the floors, while never suspecting they’re harmful or much less dangerous and deadly. Even when the “fine print” on their label clearly states they’re not safe, for some crazy reason.....we still buy them. Why? Partially, it’s perception and habit, but mostly it’s lack of knowledge about the choices surrounding our decisions.

While we can wear gloves, masks and wash our hands our animals are exposed to the dangerous chemicals we use without any protection. So how do you keep your home “pet safe” while also keeping it clean?

*Use organic, non-toxic/harmful product cleaners

*Keep all chemicals in airtight containers

*Keep your pet away when using chemicals and make certain the room is aired out before allowing them back in

*Read the label on all products and use the same precautions with your pet as you do for yourself and family

*Keep your pet away from floors, furniture and any surface recently cleaned with chemicals. Odors and residue can easily be absorbed into their skin, fur and lungs after use

*Wash your pet’s bowls regularly with the same care used to wash your dishes (the residue from “air borne” chemicals can be absorbed in their bowls and food)

*Keep your pets out of the yard when using any nonorganic lawn care treatment

*Put all chemicals “up and away” (off the ground) from anywhere your pet has access

*Secure items that could potentially spill and leak

*Keep all medicines secured

*Keep toilet lids down, especially when using “bowl” cleaner

*Inspect your room at the pet’s eye level – look for danger from their perspective

*Keep plants out of reach

We often take for granted what we know as humans assuming our pets are safe; but they’re not. When we practice all of the above we keep us and our precious pets safe!

Quick Tips for Wellness: Pet proofing your home from dangerous chemicals blesses both you both!


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