The Dangers of Paint & Pets
Painting is a way to give your home a new look and feel. However, it may cause significant problems for your pet. Did you know that paint contains harmful toxins that can affect the health of humans and animals? This comes as no surprise because dogs have an extraordinary sense of smell! All in all, pets and paint are not a good combination.
You may be wondering how paint can affect pets. There are several health risks associated with inhaling the fumes, but it raises the risk of the mess that your pet can make by touching walls or knocking over supplies like a paint can. Therefore, it is essential to understand the dangers of paint exposure to pets.
The paint contains toxic chemicals, which are known as carcinogens. They are released in the air as the paint dries. Poisonous gasses are emitted, which can affect pets in several ways, such as:
- Tremors
- Loss of coordination
- Upset stomach
- Irritation to eyes, skin, and respiratory system
- Difficulty breathing
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Lung inflammation and infection
You should always check the ingredients of the paint before you purchase. Specific colors, including polyurethane, formaldehyde, acetone, and biocides, pose a toxic risk to pets. There are many pet-friendly paints on the market today. We recommend that you do your research to find the best one.
The good news is that there are many ways that you can keep pets safe during a paint job. One of the best things you can do is secure your pets in a different room or area of the home far from where the painting project is taking place. You may also consider boarding them in a kennel if the painting project will take a lot of time. If weather permits, you may consider putting your pets in the backyard with plenty of water, food, and shade.
