We all love the warm glow and delightful scents of candles and wax melts, but people who share their homes with four-legged friends often ask are scented candles safe for pets? Here at Quaver & Lyric, we share your passion for animals, and that’s why we prioritize safety in all our products.
Let’s explore how to create a fragrant home environment while keeping your pet happy and healthy.
Understanding Which Fragrance Options Are Safe For Pets
- Fragrance Oils: These synthetic scents, derived from natural or synthetic sources, are generally considered safer for pets than essential oils. We use fragrance oils in our products, all sourced from reputable suppliers and created following IFRA standards for human safety.
- Essential Oils: Extracted directly from plants, these concentrated oils are potent and can be toxic to pets. We avoid them altogether.
Important Note: While IFRA standards ensure safe human use, there’s thankfully, been little research carried out directly on pet exposure to fragrance ingredients.
Safety Tips for Using Quaver & Lyric Products Around Pets:
- Prioritize Ventilation: Ensure good airflow when using candles or wax melts. Opt for open windows or doors whenever it’s safe to do.
- Offer an Escape Route: Allow your pet to leave the room if the fragrance seems overwhelming.
- Monitor for Reactions: Some pets, like some humans, can have allergies to specific fragrance ingredients listed on our CLP labels. Watch for signs of irritation like itching, sneezing, or watery eyes. Discontinue use if any occur and remove your pet into fresh air. If symptoms persist after a few minutes consult a vet.
- Safe Storage is Key: Keep all fragranced products out of reach of curious paws and playful mouths.
- Seek Veterinary Help: If you suspect your pet ingested a wax melt or candle, contact your veterinarian immediately.
- Minimize Smoke: Dogs and cats can be more sensitive to smoke than humans. Extinguish candles after 4 hours and trim the wick to 0.5 cm before re-lighting. A long wick creates soot and can irritate pet’s airways.
- Never Leave a Burning Flame Unattended: This is the golden rule for pet safety. Keep burning candles out of reach and never leave them unattended.
Conclusion: Are Scented Candles Safe For Pets?
A happy, healthy pet and a fragrant home can go hand-in-hand. By avoiding the toxic essential oils, keeping candles and melts out of reach of your pets, and carefully introducing any new fragrance, you can enjoy the delightful scents of Quaver & Lyric products while ensuring your pet’s comfort and well-being.
