Our pets make a house (or apartment) a home. They also make a home dirtier, and they tend to eat and/or lick everything. So which cleaning products will keep our dogs and cats safe, while also effectively cleaning the space they live in? Start with this list.
These pet-safe, non-toxic cleaning products will clean up those messes safely.
Puracy Natural Multi-Surface Cleaner is pet-safe, works on multiple surfaces (glass, stainless steel, floors, countertops, etc.) and cuts through grease, grime, nose prints, wet food residue, and whatever other unwanted textures pets might leave. And it smells mighty nice.
Another one from the Puracy family of products, because they get it right and smell good doing it. Their Natural Carpet and Upholstery Shampoo is pet-safe and safe for carpets, furniture—anything your dog can and will pee on.
PetSimplicity is a pet-safe enzymatic cleaner gets rid of pee stains and odors on hard surfaces and carpets without scrubbing.
For most organic messes, enzymes do the job, but temperature, humidity, pet medications and our animal’s diet can interfere with enzyme effectiveness.
Smiling Paws Pets Enzyme-Free Pet Stain and Odor Eliminator removes the stains and odors caused by feces, urine, and even wine and coffee on multiple surfaces.
To spot treat, hit that stain with all natural, non-toxic Clean and Green Pet-Safe Carpet Cleaner. No need to scrub, soak, or rinse.
For washing pet beds, blankets, harnesses, clothes, and more, you’ll want a non-toxic cleaner that’s good for the environment. Seventh Generation is a trusted brand in the “green” cleaning space, and their laundry detergent is free of potentially harmful chemicals and additives.
Common Good Laundry Detergent is plant-based, and pet-safe. The company features a bottle refill program for families who want to reduce the impact cleaning product plastic bottles can have on the environment. Everybody wins.
Keep you and your dog shock-free with Better Life natural dryer sheets. If your dog sheds, these might be a good idea. Typically, commercial dryer sheets are packed with chemicals you don’t want to transfer to your dog’s skin, but these dryer sheets fight fuzz and static without the toxins.
Bean & Lily Floor Cleaner is natural, plant-based and safe for all hard floors. It’s going to be gentle on skin and paws, and is safe enough to withstand all the accidental licking that happens in a pet-friendly home.
Eco-Me Floor Cleaner is a pet-safe cleaning product breaks down dirt, grime, and grease without harmful chemicals and toxins. The herbal mint scent is particularly effective at masking odor and giving the air a fresh scent. If you don’t like fragrances, however, go for a milder or unscented version.
VetriCure Pet Area Disinfectant kills harmful bacteria, including trichophyton, the leading cause of ringworm, without bleach or alcohol.This product boasts “no licking worries,” which you know you’ve worried about! Great for kennels, dishes, and sanitizing after feeding raw or fresh meats and foods to eliminate bacteria.
SpotAway Pet-Safe Glass Cleaner makes cleaning paw prints or slobber off the windows a breeze. This non-toxic option doesn’t emit all the fumes of traditional glass cleaners. It also works well on glass-top tables, car windows, and mirrors.
Also available in a handy spray bottle, Nature’s Miracle Stain & Odor Remover has been a standby of pet owners for years. It harnesses the power of bacteria-eating enzymes to eliminate smells from carpets, furniture, and more.
Biokleen Bac-Out Stain and Odor Eliminator is another popular enzyme-based cleaner that kicks bad smells to the curb. It’s also a fantastic laundry addition—simply splash some in with your regular detergent.
Baking soda not only possesses great odor absorption powers, but it also makes a great stain remover and general cleaner. Combine with water to make a paste, or vinegar for extra cleaning power. Caution: don’t let your dog eat straight baking soda, which can cause stomach upset.
Along with baking soda, vinegar is a classic non-toxic cleaner that effectively cleans up many messes. Combine with baking soda and lemon for a fizzy, citrusy, all-natural scrub.