The recent Blue Buffalo dog food scandal has got pet owners everywhere worried about their pets’ health and potential mold exposure. In fact, many of our customers at ProCare restoration have been calling in asking if mold can harm pets and what they should do about it. Here’s what you should know about mold and pets.
The Blue Buffalo issue referred to earlier has caused quite a stir among pet owners. A certain type of dog food they produce was recalled because of mold growth. It left pet owners worried and scared for their pets. It also had them asking a lot of questions.
The truth is, mold exposure affects pets much the same way it affects humans. If your home is infested with mold or if you accidentally eat moldy food, you’ll typically experience allergy symptoms. You might start coughing, wheezing, sneezing, or breaking out in rashes. The same thing can happen to your pets.
That’s the key thing you should know about mold and pets. Pets aren’t that much different than we are, and they can have allergic reactions and mold exposure symptoms just like we do. That’s why it’s so important to make sure you don’t just protect your home against mold for yourself, but for your pets as well.
The good news is that the vast majority of pet foods don’t have mold issues, and the Blue Buffalo issue was an anomaly. And if you’re worried about mold growth in or around your home, there’s an easy solution. Schedule a mold inspection or mold testing appointment with us ProCare Restoration to put your mind at ease.
If we do find mold in your home, our IICRC certified technicians have the skills and tools to remove mold from your home to keep you and your pets safe. Because mold and pets should never be combined!
