Pesticide Detox Remedies for Pets
Modified on May 12, 2017
Pesticide poisoning is a real threat to pets today. Natural remedies to detox pets from pesticides, such as diatomaceous earth, activated charcoal and apple cider vinegar can reduce risks of the health problems many domesticated animal face from regular chemical exposure.
Which Pets are at Risk from Chemical Poisoning?
Unfortunately, vast numbers of pets are frequently exposed to a variety of pesticides, herbicides and fertilizers. Dogs and cats that live in urban areas where herbicides are frequently used on lawns and in parks are at risk. Farm animals who live near row crop farms will have regular exposure to herbicides and pesticides that are sprayed from airplanes and farm equipment. Even the water sources that these animals have access to will often have run off chemicals in them. Pets living in areas where pesticides are sprayed over neighborhoods have exposure to chemicals. Even small animals living exclusively in apartments can be exposed to chemicals designed to kill termites and other pests.
In general, small animals will have a lower tolerance for chemical exposure than larger pets. In other words, you and your house cat may be living in the same area, but small bodies will end up with a higher proportion of exposure to chemicals for their body weight.
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