Keep cleaning products in their original containers

*Avoid putting products in food and beverage containers
*Make sure all product's lids fit tight and secure
*Important information is on the original container, in case of emergency


Keep products away from pets

*Pet food and/or water dishes should
*If you have pest bait products out, make sure your pet can't get to them
*If a cleaner is spilled, keep pets away until the area is cleaned up
*Pay attention when spraying products outside on a windy day, it can get into the water supply of wild animals
*Be sure to store all cleaning products and pesticides out of your pet's reach


Calling for help

*An emergency phone number is located on many product's labels
*Keep your local Poison Control Center number by the phone
*Keep your Veterinarian's phone number by the phone
*When calling have the product label in hand for important information

The Environmental Protection Agency posts guidelines on it's website:
www.epa.gov/pesticides/factsheets

from Dog Fancy magazine