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What hardwood floor cleaner is safe for my dog if she licks?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 17.5 lbs

I have been trying several things to find a good antibacterial cleaner for hardwood floor cleaner but Oreo has a OCD problem with licking the vet said. I had thought vignear or lemon oil or some name brand antibacterial cleaners but worried bout oreo licking. To clean the blinds and dining table it was soapy dish soap and water then dried it? what can i use on the floor that wont harm oreo if she licks? Are there in household chemicals i need to look out for so i dont use in case she does lick?

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

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Published on March 15th, 2020

As long as you keep Oreo out of the room while the product dries on the floor, there is no need to worry about her licking it. Once it's dried, it should not hurt her. I personally have never worried about household cleaners I use, and I have three cats and one dog.

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