28/03/2025
🌷 As spring cleaning kicks into full gear, it's important to remember that while you're tidying up, your pets might be curious about what's going on around the house. 🐶🐱
Inquisitive dogs and curious cats can easily get into household items that could be harmful. Let's ensure your spring-cleaning efforts keep your home safe for everyone!
Here's a list of common household items to watch out for when cleaning around pets:
🔸 Household cleaning products: Bleach, oven cleaners, laundry detergents, drain cleaners, floor cleaners, and toilet cleaners can be toxic to pets if ingested or inhaled. Always read labels, ventilate areas well, and store products securely and out of reach.
🔸 Bleach: 🌷 As spring cleaning kicks into full gear, it's important to remember that while you're tidying up, your pets might be curious about what's going on around the house. 🐶🐱
Inquisitive dogs and curious cats can easily get into household items that could be harmful. Let's ensure your spring-cleaning efforts keep your home safe for everyone!
Here's a list of common household items to watch out for when cleaning around pets:
🔸 Household cleaning products: Bleach, oven cleaners, laundry detergents, drain cleaners, floor cleaners, and toilet cleaners can be toxic to pets if ingested or inhaled. Always read labels, ventilate areas well, and store products securely out of reach.
🔸 Bleach: Can cause serious harm to pets if ingested, including vomiting, difficulty breathing, and burns. Always store it securely and clean up any spills promptly.
🔸 Fabric softener sheets: The chemicals and fragrances in these sheets can cause gastrointestinal issues, skin irritation, and poisoning. Keep them out of reach of your pets.
🔸 Air fresheners: Chemicals in air fresheners may irritate your pet's respiratory system. Opt for natural, non-toxic air fresheners.
🔸 Electrical wires and batteries: Pets can chew on cords, leading to potential electrocution. Keep wires out of reach and use protective covers. Batteries should also be stored safely, as they pose choking or poisoning risks.
🔸 Toys with small parts: Small parts can be a choking hazard. Choose sturdy, durable toys and inspect them regularly for damage.
🔸 Plastic Bags: Can suffocate or choke pets if ingested or tangled. Keep them stored safely away from pets.
🔸 Toxic plants: Some spring flowers, like lilies, daffodils, tulips, and hyacinths, can be toxic to pets. Be mindful of these plants, especially around cats.
🔸 Blind cords: Keep cords tied up and out of reach to prevent any risk of strangulation.
🔸 Candles: Candles pose a burn and fire risk. Never leave them unattended, and keep them out of pets' reach.
Spring cleaning doesn't have to be dangerous for your furry friends! With a little extra care, you can make sure that the season stays safe and enjoyable for both you and your pets.
Have a happy and healthy spring! 🌼, including vomiting, difficulty breathing, and burns. Always store it securely and clean up any spills promptly.
🔸 Fabric softener sheets: The chemicals and fragrances in these sheets can cause gastrointestinal issues, skin irritation, and poisoning. Keep them out of reach of your pets.
🔸 Air fresheners: Chemicals in air fresheners may irritate your pet's respiratory system. Opt for natural, non-toxic air fresheners.
🔸 Electrical wires and batteries: Pets can chew on cords, leading to potential electrocution. Keep wires out of reach and use protective covers. Batteries should also be stored safely, as they pose choking or poisoning risks.
🔸 Toys with small parts: Small parts can be a choking hazard. Choose sturdy, durable toys and inspect them regularly for damage.
🔸 Plastic Bags: Can suffocate or choke pets if ingested or tangled. Keep them stored safely away from pets.
🔸 Toxic plants: Some spring flowers, like lilies, daffodils, tulips, and hyacinths, can be toxic to pets. Be mindful of these plants, especially around cats.
🔸 Blind cords: Keep cords tied up and out of reach to prevent any risk of strangulation.
🔸 Candles: Candles pose a burn and fire risk. Never leave them unattended, and keep them out of pets' reach.
Spring cleaning doesn't have to be dangerous for your furry friends! With a little extra care, you can make sure that the season stays safe and enjoyable for both you and your pets.
Have a happy and healthy spring! 🌼
Gower Veterinary Surgery is part of Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd (A Mars Company).
