Is Insecticides & bug sprays Poisonous to Pets?
🟠 Toxic · Dogs & cats
Many insecticides are low risk in small amounts, but concentrated products and certain types can cause tremors and drooling.
Warning signs to watch for
- •Drooling
- •Vomiting
- •Tremors
- •Weakness in stronger exposures
What to do right now
Call a poison hotline with the product name handy. Rinse any product off the skin or coat.
ASPCA Poison Control: (888) 426-4435 · Pet Poison Helpline: (855) 764-7661
Frequently asked questions
Is insecticides & bug sprays poisonous to dogs and cats?
Many insecticides are low risk in small amounts, but concentrated products and certain types can cause tremors and drooling.
What are the symptoms of insecticides & bug sprays poisoning?
Watch for drooling, vomiting, tremors, weakness in stronger exposures. Signs can come on quickly or be delayed depending on how much your pet was exposed to.
What should I do if my pet was exposed to insecticides & bug sprays?
Call a poison hotline with the product name handy. Rinse any product off the skin or coat.
Sources: Pet Poison Helpline. This is general guidance, not a diagnosis. In any suspected poisoning, contact your vet or a poison hotline right away.
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