Common ice melt products and rock salt can become trapped in pets’ paws, causing severe irritation and burns. Or, the animals will lick their paws in relief and ingest them, which is even worse and can lead to serious side effects. Even if you have an indoor animal, you’ll track some salt in with your shoes in the cold weather.
How can you tell if the ice melt is safe for your furry BFF? Look for labels that are pet-safe. If the products are safe for animals, they’re often environmentally friendly too. Win-win.
Avoid fertilizers, products that damage concrete and decking. Rock salt or sodium chloride is the most toxic.
Looking for the best ice melt brands? Here’s a rundown:
Most ‘ice melt’ brands often have ingredients that aren’t foolproof. Alternatives like sand & cat litter won’t help ice melt, but improve traction.
The overall lesson? Shovel snow ASAP before it turns to ice and use a minimal ice treatment where absolutely necessary.
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