We all know that keeping a clean house isn’t always easy—especially if you have pets. But did you know that some commonly used chemical cleaning agents are actually toxic to dogs and cats? In fact, cleansers that contain bleach, formaldehyde, isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol, and phenols are especially dangerous if ingested by animals.
Fortunately, there are pet-safe alternatives for nearly every home cleaning use—from laundry detergents and stain removers to carpet and surface cleaners! Here are 10 pet-safe, home cleaning products you’ll want to try.
1. Puracy Multi-Surface Cleaner
Plant-based Puracy Multi-Surface Cleaner is made from biodegradable ingredients that have been carefully chosen to be safe for both pets and children. Puracy is hypoallergenic and free from harsh chemicals and fumes. Puracy is safe and effective for bathroom surfaces, glass, and even baby’s high chair.
2. Seventh Generation Laundry Detergent
Seventh Generation Laundry Detergent uses a combination of plant-based cleansers and triple enzymes that are tough on stains but gentle on you, your pets, and the environment. Contains no dyes, optical brighteners, or synthetic fragrances, and clinically tested to be hypoallergenic and effective at all temperatures.
3. Common Good Pet-Safe Laundry Detergent
Made from plant-derived enzymes—one that breaks down starches and another that dissolves fats—Common Good is safe for children, pets, and the environment. Fully biodegradable and hypoallergenic, Common Good contains no optical brighteners, synthetic fragrances, or harsh chemicals.
4. Nature’s Miracle Deep Cleaning Carpet Shampoo
If you have pets, you’ve probably heard of Nature’s Miracle—but did you know they make a deep-cleaning carpet shampoo that’s totally pet-safe? This low-foam, phosphate-free formula uses bio-enzymatic odor locking technology to penetrate deep into carpet fibers and upholstery to remove stubborn stains.
5. Clean + Green Fabric Refresher
Clean + Green spray-on fabric cleaner fights tough stains and odors naturally. Perfect for those strong odors that linger on the sofa, drapes, cushions, and bedding.
6. Mrs. Meyer’s Clean Day Multi-Surface Everyday Cleaner
Mrs. Meyer’s combines garden-inspired scents, essential oils, and plant-derived cleaning ingredients in an easy-to-use spray-on cleaner that tackles tough messes wherever they happen. Totally pet-safe, and effective on all non-porous surfaces.
7. SpotAway Pet-Safe Glass Cleaner
Ideal for cleaning glass, plexiglass, chrome, stainless steel, mirrors, and more, SpotAway makes non-toxic, non-abrasive cleaners that are safe for the environment, your kids, and your pets. Contains no bleach, ammonia, or harmful chemicals.
8. PetSimplicity “Whizz Away” Stain & Odor Remover
When accidents happen, PetSimplicity’s Whizz Away has the answer. This spray-on stain and odor remover uses the natural power of enzymes to break down stains and erase odors. Non-toxic and pet-safe.
9. Simply Green Bio Dog Stain & Odor Remover
Simply Green’s non-toxic, biodegradable formula uses enzymatic bacteria and proprietary Fresh Bond® technology to remove stains, eliminate odors, and discourage resoiling or remarking. Also, great for cleaning litter pans, kennels, tile, finished wood, and laminate flooring.
10. Baking Soda & Vinegar
If your cleaning budget is tight and you want to go old-school, try traditional baking soda and white vinegar. Effective as a thorough scrub or quick wipe-down for kitchen and bathroom surfaces, these two standards team up for a cleaning combination that’s both effective and pet-safe.
We hope these products help make spring-cleaning easier on you—and your pets!