June 6, 2007
Dryer Sheets Chemical Hazard for Pets
When Fluffy or Mittens leave hair on clothing, furniture, and elsewhere it is not pretty or easy to clean up. But is it a good idea to use dryer sheets to alleviate the hair mess? With some dryer sheets containing the following chemicals,
- benzyl acetate
- camphor
- chloroform
it is no wonder it is a chemical hazard to use them on your cat or dog, and one that has made many a pet sick or even fatal, when ingested by the pet or from the rubbing on.
Chris Baskind, over at Lighter Footstep, recommends a more natural and eco friendly way to take care of pet hair build up and pet hair messes. Buy a brush or comb and “brush your animal companion daily. A stiff brush or rubber squeegee will make quick work of any hair which gets on furniture. Use a lint brush or length of masking tape to remove danger from clothing”.
This is a great eco-tip for a growing concern with the realization by many about the hazardous chemicals found in our everyday household items. Thanxs, Chris.
Tags: chemical_hazard, eco, Eco Friendly, hazardous_chemicals, Home and Garden, lighterfootstep.com, Pets
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