Tuesday, June 17, 2008

Are Your Gardens and Lawn Safe for Your Pets ?

We often take this for granted .... but the truth is ..... in our ever polluted world ...... more and more toxins and pollution are present ..... everywhere .... even in our lawns & gardens .... and it has reached a stage whereby it could be harmful for our pets .......

(Family Features) - Garden products can be harmful to pets, so always take precautions to keep your animal companions safe. Some pesticides -- and even some fertilizers -- can be hazardous if they are ingested, inhaled, or absorbed through the pads on the animals' feet. Follow these guidelines to protect pets (and wildlife).Consider least-toxic alternatives. Use corn gluten herbicide to control crabgrass. Insecticidal soap is an effective and safe way to treat many insect pest problems. However, note that even organic alternatives can be toxic to pets so use all lawn and garden products with care. Read and follow the directions on product labels. Check caution statements. For example, pesticide labels may tell you to keep pets away from plants for 24 hours after application Mix and apply solutions carefully.

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