Is Borax Safe to Use around Cats for Flea Control?
On One Hand: Borax as PesticideBorax is a natural element also known as sodium borate or sodium tetraborate; the product is mined in California (among other places in the U.S.), Turkey, Chile and Tibet. Borax has dozens of uses around the house, including as a pesticide. It also happens to be one of the safest cleaning products for both humans and the environment.On the Other: Hazards of Borax around CatsThough borax is a much safer cleaning agent than bleach or ammonia, it is still toxic–especially around pets. Borax is not toxic to the touch, but it is toxic if ingested. Even if you put the borax in an out-of-reach area, cats and kittens are notorious for getting into small places. If the borax gets on their paws or fur, they will ingest the chemical when they lick themselves clean.Bottom LineAll-natural is not always all-safe; it only takes less than .5 of a gram of borax to poison your cat. Talk to your veterinarian about pet-friendly flea treatments. If your cat has been exposed
