Is Lysol Safe For Cats

Some disinfectants, including quaternary ammonium compounds, phenols, and pine oils, are known to cause severe toxicity if cats are directly exposed to them. The toxicity that can be induced by phenols (e.g. Lysol) and pine oils (e.g. Pine-Sol) is so severe that their use must be avoided in areas where cats are housed.

Is lysol safe for cats. Question: Dear Dr. Mike, I am a new subscriber, but have had cats for many years. On another forum, I was chastised about using Lysol or Pine-sol to clean up linoleum flooring after litter box mishaps. I am curious about any studies of the health hazards of this type of product to cats. We are a small no-kill shelter (about 300 cats and 300 dogs per year). One of our board of directors attended a conference about cat cleaning protocols and was informed that Pine Sol is not safe for use in free ranging cat areas. We have been using Spic and Span for the last 4 years, but are struggling to find it in stores near us. Nevertheless, cats spend an estimated 5-25% of their waking time in grooming, so that disinfectants used in the cat’s environment (home, shelter, veterinary surgery, etc) must be safe in case inadvertent ingestion via grooming occurs. According to Reckitt Benckiser (RB) — the company that owns the Lysol brand — in its Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for all Lysol Disinfectant Sprays (including all scents), this product poses "no known [acute] significant effects or critical hazards" when it comes to inhalation, skin contact, and ingestion. As for eye contact, it states, "May cause eye irritation upon direct contact with eyes."

Felines are particularly sensitive to Lysol cleaning products. The combination of ethanol alcohol and phenol creates a dangerous poison for cats who don't have the ability to safely process these. Based on Lysol’s efficacy against hard to kill strong viruses and other diseases similar to coronavirus, the agency has approved its use for the new disease. When the Lysol products are used as directed, Lysol chemicals kill a majority of deadly germs. The product is also effective against common cold and flu viruses. The main ingredient in the Lysol products is benzalkonium chloride, which is highly toxic to fish and other aquatic life, mildly toxic to birds and only slightly toxic — passing as safe — to mammals. Because of this “slight toxicity,” my curiosity led me to read through all of the fine print on my household can of Lysol disinfectant. Use Pet-Safe Products. Your best bet to clean your home and keep Kitty healthy and safe is to use products that have been confirmed as pet-safe. For example, products containing potassium peroxymonosulfate have low toxicity but are effective in killing a number of viruses.

No. Apparently the active ingredient in most Lysol products is Benzalkonium chloride which is dangerous to cats. Don't worry about it this time, but don't use it where she can get at treated areas in future and make absolutely sure it's not stored where she can get at it. If you want a disinfectant look for one sold as pet-safe. Lysol products found in the United States do not typically contain phenols but to be on the safe side, always check the ingedients label. Along with Phenols, quaternary ammonium compounds, pine oil, ethanol, and sodium hypochlorite (bleach) are ingredients that may cause irritation to your cat. On another forum, I was chastised about using Lysol or Pine-sol to clean up linoleum flooring after litter box mishaps. I am curious about any studies of the health hazards of this type of product to cats. Of course, I do not allow my cats to walk in the area while I am cleaning up. Using only three ingredients (water, salt, and hypochlorous) Lysol Daily Cleanser is able to kill 99.9% of germs and bacteria* without leaving behind any harsh chemical residues in the process. It’s safe enough to use on surfaces like cutting boards, pet bowls, and even pacifiers.

Is Lysol safe to use in the cat's litter box? I really like Lysol for some odd reason and want to use it there but don't know if it would be safe, anybody know? Apr 7, 2007 Are Lysol wipes toxic to cats? Yes, Lysol wipes contain phenol chloroxylenol. Is Glen 20 safe to spray around cats? Glen 20 spray contains ethanol which the cat may inhale if the product is used in close proximity to the cat and can also cause irritation to the eyes. What cleaners are safe to use in a home with cats? Pine-Sol is not safe for dogs or cats to ingest. If you mopped the floors with Pine-Sol and your pet simply walks through it, it likely won't cause significant damage, but it's best to clean your pet's paws off so they do not ingest any of the product. If your pet has ingested any Pine-Sol, call your vet immediately. Everyday products include Dettol, TCP, Lysol, and Pine-o-Clean. Phenols are incredibly toxic to cats, who are less efficient at excreting these chemicals. These products are corrosive to the skin and mucous membranes, resulting in cell necrosis.

For example, Lysol has a line of non-toxic cleaners with only three ingredients: water, salt, and hypochlorous. Hypochlorous is a weak acid that forms when chlorine is dissolved in water. Although chlorine itself is a toxic ingredient, hypochlorous doesn’t leave the same toxic residues as chlorine, making it a safer alternative. Is the product contains phenols, these can be very toxic to cats if inhaled or ingested and can even cause death if the most extreme cases. You would have to read the product label to determine what is in the "new" lysol. But to be safe, I probably wouldn't use this product around Harry and I would rinse the floor really well.