Why We Love Our Concentrate Formula
We at Mr Wittle spent a great deal of time and research before making a final decision on a floor cleaner we felt our customers could feel was very safe using around their pets. We wanted it to be not only all-natural, but also made of ingredients our customers could recognize.
We ultimately took great comfort in not only researching these ingredients and finding out they were all considered non-toxic and considered safe around pets, but we also found that we could find all of Mr Wittle’s Natural Floor Cleaner’s ingredients in either pet food or pet shampoos on the market.
In addition to the safety of the ingredients, we also believe our mopping system provides an additional level of safety. When thinking about the safety of Mr Wittle’s mopping products, remember simply by using the drying pads, you are reducing your pets potential exposure to any single ingredient substantially.
Also remember approximately 98% of our floor cleaner is water. You will witness this everytime you fill up our 12 ounce bottle with water and add only one teaspoon of our Natural Floor Cleaner Concentrate. And when also considering there are five organic or natural ingredients in the concentrate, you can quickly see that the percentage of any single ingredient is very tiny.
To help you feel better using our Natural Floor Cleaner, we have provided a summary of the ingredients and what we have found from our research on each of them, as well as links to articles providing additional information.
In closing, in the following information we will discuss the safety and things to consider with each of these ingredients. Note, the following information may also point out the beneficial nature that some of these ingredients may have if included in their diets or bathing. But as you read this information, please remember that Mr Wittle’s Natural Floor Cleaner is meant to clean your floors…not feed or clean your pets.
Organic Coconut Oil:
Coconut Oil is generally considered very safe around dogs and cats. It is even considered by some to be good for their diets. It is believed to have anti-inflammatory, anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties. The lauric acid in it is also thought to fight off viruses. It's been known to help skin conditions like hot spots, bites, stings, or itchy, dry skin. Shampoos made with organic oils such as coconut oil can improve damaged skin and reduce allergens.
Organic Olive Oil:
Olive Oil is generally considered safe around dogs and cats. It is even considered by some to be good for their diets in small amounts. They are full of healthy fats and proteins. It is also thought by many to be good for their skin. Olive oil contains phytonutrients, vitamin E, and omega-3 fatty acids that may help keep your pet's skin moisturized and well-nourished.
Organic Jojoba Oil:
While it is generally not recommended that pets eat jojoba oil, it is generally considered non-toxic and non-allergenic. If consumed in a large enough amount, diarrhea is probably the most likely potential negative side effect. Due to it’s non-toxic and non-allergenic nature, Jojoba oil is commonly found in many pet shampoos. Jojoba oil is thought to also have anti-inflammatory and skin healing properties for pets.
Rosemary Extract:
Rosemary is thought by many to be good for dogs, and it can be eaten by them whole, fresh, or dried. The herb is high in vitamin B6, iron, and calcium. It also has many beneficial effects on dogs. Rosemary is commonly used as a natural preservative in many dog foods. The herb is a pathogen fighter against bacteria growth in foods and prevents spoilage.
The antimicrobial properties of rosemary apply to pets as well. It protects them from bacteria and fungi infections. Rosemary is a popular topical remedy for minor cuts, skin burns, and mouth infections.
It should be noted that over exposure to Rosemary is thought by some veterinarians to potentially be bad. Experts warned that excessive consumption of rosemary stimulates the brain. As a result, it can affect the cognitive function of dogs and worsen existing brain disorders such as epilepsy. If your dog has a history of seizures, sometimes common in certain breeds like dachshunds, it is not recommended to feed them rosemary unless recommended by the vet.
Rosemary is considered non-toxic to cats. Literature is mixed as to whether cats should have it in their diet, but most of the negative literature is around Rosemary oil, which is more concentrated than Rosemary extract.
Organic Aloe Vera:
Aloe Vera is an interesting plant. The actual Aloe Vera plant, specifically its exterior can be toxic to pets, and parents should be careful when having aloe vera plants in their home.
But the gel inside an aloe vera plant’s leaves, which is the refined product that you get in products with Aloe Vera, is generally considered non-toxic and has been found to have many very positive potential properties for certain pets. Many vets believe that aloe vera gel can help with anything from skin irritation and rashes to digestion, joint health and even urinary health in some animals.
Aloe Vera is commonly found in many pet shampoos and topical creams.
In closing, we believe our cleaner to be one of the safest products to use on your floors around pets. But please remember that every pet is special and sometimes may have special needs…just like us humans. So it is always best practice to speak to your veterinarian about your individual pet and what may or may not be safe to use around them.
Various Sources of Information:
- https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/is-coconut-oil-good-for-dogs/
- https://www.petmd.com/cat/nutrition/coconut-oil-cats-it-good-idea
- https://www.greatpetcare.com/wellness/aloe-vera-for-dogs/
- https://www.pawromatherapy.com/holistic-pet-tips/2019/10/22/aloe-vera
- https://www.candogseatit.com/blog/herbs-spices/can-dogs-eat-rosemary
- https://www.aspca.org/pet-care/animal-poison-control/toxic-and-non-toxic-plants/rosemary
- https://jojobacompany.com/using-jojoba-on-pets/
- https://all-about-cats.com/is-jojoba-oil-safe-for-cats/#google_vignette
- https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/nutrition/can-dogs-eat-olives/
- https://www.hillspet.com/cat-care/nutrition-feeding/can-cats-eat-olives-and-olive-oil?lightboxfired=truehttps://www.hillspet.com/cat-care/nutrition-feeding/can-cats-eat-olives-and-olive-oil?lightboxfired=true