Top 3 Household Products You Should Avoid if You Have Pets

1. Mothballs

Mothballs when used properly, are effective at killing moths. But used carelessly, they pose a hidden health threat to pets. Inhalation of mothball vapors causes headaches, respiratory distress, eye irritation and many other symptoms. Ingestion causes toxic poisoning leading to liver damage, respiratory failure, seizures, heart arrhythmia, and the possibility of death.

2. Chlorine

Chlorine is a toxic respiratory irritant that can damage pets’ skin, eyes or other membranes. It can be found in all-purpose cleaners, automatic dishwashing detergents, tile scrubs, disinfecting wipes, toilet-bowl cleaners, laundry detergents and mildew removers. Chlorine is heavier than air and lands in low-lying areas where pets live. Because your pets are smaller and breathe faster than adults, they are even more vulnerable than children to toxic exposure.

3. Essential oils

We love essential oils. We love using them daily but our furry friends might think otherwise. Here is a list of essential oils our furry friends might dislike.

• Tea Tree

• Clove

• Citrus

• Cinnamon

• Ylang Ylang

• Pine

• Eucalyptus

• Wintergreen

• Pennyroyal