Ice Melt Your Pooch And The Earth Will Thank You
Winter is a great time to get outside with your dog, but it can be dangerous for dogs and other animals. Ice and snow are pretty hard on paws. Therefore, you should use pet-safe ice melt. In this article, I’ll explain why using non-pet-safe ice melts can cause problems for your dog’s paws—and even make the earth sick. Then I’ll go through how to choose the best ice melt safe for dogs that won’t hurt your pooch or harm the planet.
Gaia Enterprises Inc. delivers 100% pet-safe and environmentally friendly winter products. Safe Paw, our flagship product, is the #1 selling pet-safe ice melt that does not harm pets, safe if ingested, and safe on all types of concrete.
Why Is Ice Melt Bad For Dogs?
Ice melt contains chemicals that can harm your dog and the environment.
The biggest culprit is sodium chloride (NaCl), also known as table salt.
Sodium chloride is a crystalline compound that melts at 28 degrees Fahrenheit and boils at 880 degrees Fahrenheit. It’s commonly used in so-called best ice melting products because it’s cheap and readily available. The problem with this chemical is that when dogs come into contact with it, they ingest it through their paws or mouths, which can cause gastrointestinal issues like vomiting and diarrhea. If ingested in large quantities, NaCl can even cause dehydration in dogs if exposed for long periods and if too much is consumed.
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What To Look For In Pet-Safe Ice Melt.
A good pet-safe ice melt should be non-toxic to humans and pets alike. This means that it’s not harmful to your dog’s paws, or your own if you walk on it barefoot.
Packaged ice melts may contain harmful chemicals like sodium chloride (salt) or calcium chloride. You can find out by reading the label or asking a sales representative what goes into making their ice melt products.
Most brands offer several harmful ingredients—including ones made from rock salt, calcium chloride, and potassium chloride repackaged as the “best ice melt safe for dogs.” However, you should be critical here and evaluate the ingredients carefully.
If you have any concerns about toxicity in a particular brand of pet-safe ice melt, there are a select few safer options.
Choosing The Best Ice Melt Safe For Dogs
When it comes to pet care, we want you to be as safe as possible. That’s why we’ve developed Safe Paw, a non-toxic ice melt alternative for pets and the earth. Safe Paw is made from all-natural ingredients that won’t harm your pooch or the environment when used in moderation. You can also feel good knowing that our ice melter is safer than any other brand containing rock salt, calcium chloride, potassium chloride etc.
When ingested, rock salt can cause serious health issues like kidney failure and gastrointestinal problems in pets—and it’s not exactly great for you either!
Get ready for winter with the ONLY Pet Safe Ice Melt you can trust
Conclusion
In conclusion, we hope that this article has been helpful in showing you both the reasons why it’s important to use pet-safe ice melt and how you can do so. We know that it can be a challenge finding a product that works well but doesn’t harm your pet or the environment, but we’re confident that our recommendations will make things easier for you!
Other Ice Melt Products
Traction Magic
Stay safe on slippery surfaces with a product that’s 100% natural and safe for pets, people, and your property. Use Traction Magic on sidewalks, steps, or as instant traction for your car.
Safe Thaw
Imagine an ice melt you can put down and never worry about. It won’t harm pets, kids and your property. That’s Safe Thaw. Unlike anything else on the market, Safe Thaw can change how winter affects our planet.
