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Effective Mosquito Repellent Tips for Pet Owners in Sum

21. December 2024
However, pyrethroid compounds are somewhat toxic, and cats lack the ability to metabolize pyrethroid

However, pyrethroid compounds are somewhat toxic, and cats lack the ability to metabolize pyrethroids like humans do. If you use mosquito repellents containing pyrethroids regularly at home, over time, it can damage their brain nerves and potentially lead to organ failure.

In severe cases, it can even be fatal! Puppies are also at risk of acute poisoning.

Therefore, be cautious when selecting mosquito repellents, especially for cat owners. Avoid products that contain pyrethroids!

Is DEET safe to use? Pet owners who are attentive have noticed that many products left after removing pyrethroids contain DEET.

DEET is more commonly found in spray liquids and even in the essential household product, mosquito repellent oil. It has slightly lower toxicity compared to pyrethroids. For cats, DEET's toxicity is significantly lower.

However, even though it's much lower, it doesn't mean it's completely harmless. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), DEET is "virtually nontoxic to mammals" and is considered safe for cats. So far, there have been no cases of cats poisoned by ingesting or licking small amounts of DEET. Keep in mind, this is for small amounts. Still, it's best to avoid giving cats large quantities of DEETbased repellents... and also keep these products out of reach to prevent accidental ingestion.

But for pet owners using it in everyday life, there's no issue at all!

How to safely repel mosquitoes during the summer?

The human mind is boundless. Besides chemical mosquito repellents, we can also opt for natural, physical methods!

Window screens are a musthave, and every catowning household should have them. If possible, you can also purchase a mosquito net for added comfort. Additionally, there's a catspecific mosquito repellent lamp that can be used when no one is home to attract and kill mosquitoes.

Moreover, you can also consider purchasing an electric mosquito zapper. This proactive physical weapon is highly effective and requires manual operation, so you don't have to worry about your cat accidentally touching it and getting electrocuted.

Furthermore, if your cat isn't particularly sensitive to odors, you can opt for natural mosquito repellent essential oils, such as lemon eucalyptus or citronella.

How to protect cats from mosquitoes?

For those with both cats and dogs living indoors, remember this key point: dogs are not affected by pyrethroids, and some of their deworming products even contain them.

Therefore, it's crucial to purchase deworming medications that are free of pyrethroids and also effective against mosquitoes.

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