Thursday, September 10, 2009

Cleaning Hazards

According to the Environmental Protection Association (EPA), typical household cleaning products and air fresheners are one of the leading contributors to poor indoor air quality. The agency reports that poor indoor air quality can lead to health issues; animals have faster metabolisms and smaller lungs than humans, and not only are they processing these chemicals at a faster rate, they are also breathing them in more rapidly. Because animals are closer to the ground, they are more often in direct contact with these harmful substances.


Now, I'm not about to recommend any cleaning supplies, as the above was actually something a "green" cleaning product company sent to me as part of a press release. But, the information is worth noting that there are so many things in our environment that we don't consider for either ourselves, or our pets. It is worth doing a little research before using products around you and your pets to make sure it is safe.

10 comments:

TC said...

I won't clean with anything swifter and try to warn everyone about it. I've heard they can even be fatal to small dogs if they lick the floor after they are used?

parlance said...

I agree with TC that floor cleaners are one of the biggest dangers.

ConstanceA said...

It is almost like using precautions in keeping our children safe. Always be aware of where chemicals are stored and do what you can in preventing terrible accidents. I have a website that is dedicated to pet safety. Although I must admit this problem will be an upcoming post to my blog. www.Petsafetyblog.com

mehndi designs said...

Yes.. Floor cleaners are very dangerous.

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