HouseholdToxic
Fabric softener
Also known as: softener sheets, laundry conditioner
How dangerous is it?
DogModerate
CatModerate
See a vet today
Call us on +853 6677 6611 for advice within the hour. Have the amount eaten and your pet's weight ready.
Signs to watch for
- Drooling and mouth ulcers
- Vomiting
- Lethargy
What to do
Rinse the mouth and call us. Cationic detergents burn tissue even in small amounts, and dryer sheets chewed from laundry baskets count.
Macau note
Cats grooming softener residue from fresh laundry can develop mouth ulcers. Store bottles and used sheets inside cupboards.
This guide is for general information only and does not replace a veterinary examination. When in doubt, always call the clinic.
Reviewed by the Royal Veterinary Center veterinary team.