Aerosols and Pets

Unfortunately I saw a case recently of fatal pneumonia in a cat after a pair of shoes were sprayed with a water repellant aerosol in the same room as the cat.

Aerosols may contain substances that can be toxic to your pets when inhaled. Domestic pets are likely to be more severely affected than people due to their smaller body sizes and lung volumes.


Here's some simple tips to follow if you are unsure if your aerosol may be harmful:

• Try to use the aerosol outdoors if possible
• Never use the aerosol in the same room as your pet
• Ventilate the room well before allowing your pets back into the room