Cleaning your home should never come at the expense of your pet’s health, and the good news is that it doesn’t have to. In today’s article, we’ll explain what pet owners should avoid in cleaning products and how to choose supplies that any pup or kitty would approve of. Let’s dive in!
Why Pet-Safe Cleaning Products Matter
Fur babies are more than just animals, we all know that. They’re an extension of your family – and who wouldn’t want to take care of and protect their family? Choosing non-toxic cleaning products is one way of doing so. It means you can keep your home shipshape without having to worry about your curious puppy breathing in or licking any harmful chemicals. Clean house, safe pets – win-win!
Best Pet-Safe Cleaning Products
Here’s a roundup of the best all-natural products to keep your home fresh and your pawsome matey out of trouble:
Vinegar and water solution (small doses)
From countertops to glassware, floors, and more, vinegar can be used all around your home – and pet parents can use it with peace of mind knowing that it won’t hurt their furry friends. There are just a couple of things to remember:
- The vinegar should always be diluted, or it might be too strong for your pet and irritate their sensitive skin. A simple half vinegar, half water solution should do the trick.
- After cleaning, give those areas a quick wipe-down with water to eliminate any vinegary scents that may be lingering around. We’re guessing you don’t want your home smelling like salad dressing — and your pet probably agrees!
Castile soap
Another alternative to traditional, chemical-laden cleaners is castile soap, which can be used to wash dirty dishes, mop the floors, wipe down toilets, and more. You can also use it to wash your hair, brush your teeth, and remove your makeup.
Similar to vinegar, you always want to dilute castile soap – although non-toxic, this stuff is highly concentrated. We also recommend choosing a mild scent (or even no scent at all) to avoid irritating your pet’s little snout.
Baking soda (small doses)
Baking soda can be used to scrub away grime, unclog drains, and lift stains from fabrics and grout.
Just remember to vacuum any excess baking soda once you’re done cleaning to avoid your furry companion munching on it (if this happens, don’t panic: baking soda is harmless in small amounts!)
Orbies probiotic multi-purpose cleaner
Why make your own cleaning supplies, when you can buy a ready-to-use solution that provides an even more powerful clean and is safe for everyone in your home – including cats, dogs, and the like?
Our Universal Probiotic Cleaner is a tried-and-tested formula – and when we say ‘tested,’ we mean independently lab-tested for its effectiveness, efficacy and, of course, safety.
It is powered by 60 billion probiotics that work to outcompete the bad bacteria in your home, preventing them from multiplying and helping you achieve a clean that is:
- Balanced, fostering a healthy microbiome on all your surfaces
- Deeper, working microscopically to clean what you see – and what you don’t
- Longer, continuously cleaning for up to 3 days
Unlike other cleaning products, our multi-purpose cleaner doesn’t just mask odours – it eradicates them at the source. Whether the litter box is a bit stinky or there’s a distinct 'pet smell' in the air, with probiotic cleaning, these odours don’t have to linger. You can keep your home looking clean and smelling fresh, all while being gentle on your furry friend’s health.
What to Avoid: Harmful Ingredients for Pets
Now, some toxic ingredients you want to avoid if you’re a pet owner (or even if you’re not) include:
- Ammonia
- Bleach
- Phthalates
- Formaldehyde
- Phenol
- Isopropyl alcohol
- Benzalkonium chloride
Why? Well, exposure to ingredients like these can make your four-legged friend feel pretty lousy, potentially leading to symptoms like an upset stomach, vomiting, diarrhoea, and irritated skin. In severe cases, it can even cause seizures and chemical burns, and damage their lungs, liver and kidneys.
Choosing pet-safe cleaning products
Just a quick note while we’re on this topic: just because a cleaning product is natural, that doesn’t automatically mean it is safe for pets. That would be too easy, wouldn’t it? Our advice is that you look beyond the word ‘natural’ on a product’s label – and inspect the ingredients label regardless.
More Tips For Keeping Your Home Clean – and Your Pets Safe
Knowing how to choose pet-friendly cleaning products is key but there’s even more you can do to keep your little matey safe from potential hazards:
- Make sure your floors are completely dry before you let your pet walk on them – you don’t want them licking their little paws and accidentally ingesting cleaning products.
- Keep all cleaning products out of your pet’s reach and never leave them unattended.
- Cover your bins properly to ensure none of the fumes sneak out into the air.
Protect your pets with Orbies
Choosing Orbies is choosing safety without compromising on effectiveness. Get your Universal Probiotic Cleaning Bundle today and discover the power of probiotic cleaning first-hand.
