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Bleach Toxicity
Adverse health effects in pets resulting from exposure to sodium hypochlorite-based cleaning products.
Key Facts
- Standard liquid bleach typically causes mild gastrointestinal and respiratory irritation.
- Highly concentrated bleach can cause severe mouth and gastrointestinal tract ulcers.
- Mixing bleach with acidic cleaners produces toxic chlorine gas that is dangerous to inhale.
- Skin contact requires bathing with liquid dishwashing soap until the chemical odor dissipates.