If you have dogs at home, you can use pyrethroid-based mosquito repellent products

Plate-packed mosquito coils, electric mosquito-repellent liquids, mosquito-repellent coils, etc. The most traditional and commonly used mosquito repellent tools are pyrethroid-based mosquito repellent products. Their main ingredients are various types of pyrethroids, which are a class of highly efficient, easily degradable synthetic pesticides. Permethrin-based mosquito repellent products are relatively safe for humans and dogs, but are highly toxic to cats. Therefore, if you have dogs at home, you can use some pyrethroid mosquito repellent products, but it is not recommended to use ignited mosquito coils, which will produce a lot of smoke; try to choose electric mosquito coils.

Do not use DEET products to repel mosquitoes if you have dogs at home

DEET, commonly known as DEET, is currently the most powerful mosquito repellent and is also the main active ingredient in most mosquito repellent sprays on the market. The main chemical components of DEET are all reported to be toxic if swallowed, and are irritating to the eyes, respiratory tract, and skin. Clinical animal experiments have shown that it is toxic to dogs, rabbits, and rats if swallowed. Studies have mentioned that when dogs ingest large doses of DEET due to licking, the following toxic reactions may occur: drooling, staggering, epilepsy, vomiting, and lack of appetite. Therefore, dog-raising families should try to avoid using mosquito repellent products containing DEET at home.

Do not use essential oil products to repel mosquitoes if you have dogs at home

Mosquito repellents with essential oils as the main active ingredients mainly include certain mosquito repellent sprays, mosquito repellent scented candles, essential oils, etc. Purified plant essential oils contain a large amount of phenolic substances, which are relatively safe for dogs, but are difficult for cats to metabolize. Therefore, families with dogs can use this type of mosquito repellent products as appropriate, while families with cats should avoid using them.

Do not use toilet water to repel mosquitoes if you have dogs at home

The general formula of toilet water is 70~75% ethanol + about 20% water + 2~5% various extracts . Alcohol has a strong effect on cats, and the smell of toilet water is highly irritating to both dogs and cats. In addition, there are no clinical data on the commonly added ingredients such as borneol and snake gall extract in toilet water, and their toxicity is unknown. So it is not recommended to use.

If you have a dog at home, you can physically repel mosquitoes

1. Hang mosquito nets and install screens

Households with pets must install screens and check whether there is any damage on the bed. Using mosquito nets, this type of mosquito repellent method is the most traditional and directly effective method of physical mosquito repellent.

2. Mosquito repellent collars and bracelets

If there are many mosquitoes at home or outdoors, you can use mosquito repellent collars and bracelets if necessary. At the same time, you need to always pay attention to prevent pets from biting the collar and eating it accidentally. Essential oils are still dangerous if ingested.

3. Mosquito repellent lamp or electric mosquito swatter

The principle of mosquito repellent lamp is to use light and air flow to attract mosquitoes. When mosquitoes approach, the fan will suck them into the mosquito storage box below to dehydrate the mosquitoes. And die. Purely physical methods of killing mosquitoes are relatively safe.

4. Mosquito repellent plants

Mosquito repellent plants that are non-toxic to pets can be placed or cultivated at home. Catnip, for example, has a very good mosquito repellent effect.