Is pet-safe laundry detergent necessary for washing pet bedding?

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Hello! Lately I realized that the laoundry detergent I use is not so pet safe... I did wash Bazzel's blankets and beds with this "not safe" detergent, and nothing happeded so far.. I'm wondering, is there a necessity to use a pet safe detergent like "seventh generation"? Or is it ok to use baby's deterget, like the Persil one? Thanks. Lipaz. Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 17.19 lbs

Dr. Strydom, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello Lipaz, thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. I definitely advocate for people using a more natural detergent not only for their pets but also for themselves/family. There are way too many chemicals in laundry detergent. Now, has there been any direct correlation between laundry detergent and illnesses in pets? No, but that doesn't mean there isn't any. There is a lot we don't know. I recommend either making your own laundry detergent (many recipes on YouTube and it is not difficult) or you can buy something like Seventh Generation. I think everyone would benefit from this. Hope this helps. Best wishes.

Is pet-safe laundry detergent necessary for washing pet bedding?

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