Nobody likes fleas–dogs, cats or humans–but if you turn to common flea collars to solve the problem you’re putting your pets, yourself and your children at risk. These collars expose you to carcinogens at levels 1000 times greater than the EPA’s acceptable limit for children and 500 times the limit for adults. That’s not something to take lightly.

Now the Natural Resources Defense Council is asking the Environmental Protection Agency to remove propoxur and tetrachlorvinphos (both of which pose serious cancer and neurological risks) from pet products after releasing a study that found high levels of both toxic chemicals on pet fur after wearing ordinary pet collars. In the meantime, stop using flea collars and start relying on flea-fighting alternatives. These eco products can keep the buggers at bay, too.

Combing: You can help reduce fleas by combing your pet’s fur regularly. Bamboo Care’s cat grooming set comes with a palm-sized flea comb that’ll help you remove fleas and their eggs. If you find fleas in the comb, drown them in soap and water.  Click here to read more

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Daily Greenz #91

Alarmed
by all the recent news of pets falling ill with cancer and other illnesses
caused by toxins? Our loyal sidekicks
aren’t any more immune than we are to all the contaminants that pass through
our doors. Luckily, West Paw Designs
offers several relieving options for the eco-conscious pet shopper. Notably, their Bumper Bed is made entirely of
organic cotton and all their toys, such as the popular Eco Bone, are made
primarily from recycled plastic bottles. Called IntelliTex fabric and IntelliLoft stuffing, they comprise 85% of
the material that Fido will end up chewing on. Ensure a longer, healthier life for the pooch in your life by purchasing
in an Eco Nap for $27.90 or an Eco Bone for $9.50 at www.westpawdesign.com. Available in a variety of colors to suit your
pet’s personality.

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