We all love our pets like family — but even the most pet-friendly home can hide dangers in plain sight. Here are five everyday items that might be more harmful than you realize.

1. Toxic Foods

Foods like grapes, chocolate, onions, garlic, and xylitol (a sugar substitute found in gum and peanut butter) can be toxic to dogs and cats.

2. Household Plants

Common plants like lilies, pothos, aloe vera, and philodendrons can cause vomiting, kidney failure, or worse if ingested.

3. Human Medications

Even small doses of medications like ibuprofen, acetaminophen, or antidepressants can be deadly to pets. Keep them in closed cabinets, not purses or counters.

4. Cleaning Products

Many household cleaners contain bleach, ammonia, or formaldehyde, which are dangerous when licked or absorbed through the paws. Use pet-safe alternatives.

5. Holiday Decorations

Tinsel, ribbon, batteries, and string lights can pose serious choking or digestive hazards if chewed or swallowed.

🛒 Quick Paws carries pet-safe cleaning products and wellness essentials to help keep your home as safe as possible.