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  • 1.  Disinfection of fosters homesm

    Posted 03-17-2020 05:11 PM

    What products do you recommend for daily cleaning and viral outbreak at a fosters homes


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  • 2.  RE: Disinfection of fosters homesm

    Posted 03-18-2020 05:41 AM

    Unfortunately, this virus will probably cause people to clean excessively which increases exposure to toxins. Products should have warning labels, but this is a good time to remind fosters that pets are hyper-sensitive to chemicals, especially cats. Generally anything with "sol" in the name (Lysol, Pinesol) should not be used. These links might be helpful. There is a nice infographic on the petcoach link and a category list on the cat world link. The ASPCA poison control page includes an (888) number for specific concerns. Good luck & everybody stay safe! 

    https://www.petcoach.co/article/how-to-clean-your-home-without-making-your-pet-sick/

    https://cat-world.com/disinfectants-safe-for-cats.html

    https://www.aspca.org/pet-care/animal-poison-control


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  • 3.  RE: Disinfection of fosters homesm

    Posted 12-29-2023 03:31 PM

    Rescue (formerly known as Accel) is an excellent option for disinfection. If you're in a dry climate, it's best to use the RTU (Ready To Use) or the wipes, which have a 1 minute contact time required for disinfection. The concentrate is more cost-effective, but you have to keep the surface of the item wet for 5 minutes.  That's not easy where I live (dry climate) unless it's a horizonal surface like a countertop or even a floor).    https://learnaboutrescue.com/



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