A: There are no pesticides in the product. While we do not recommend feeding it to pets, to our knowledge there should not be any adverse reaction if a pet were to accidentally consume Miracle-Gro Miracle-Gro for Christmas Trees. Just like people, some animals have more sensitivity.
Miracle Gro doesn't have any toxic herbicides or pesticides in it and is considered very safe. Some pets may experience digestive upset or some respiratory tract irritation (coughing or nasal discharge). These signs are mild and self- limiting.
SKIN:May cause mild irritation. INGESTION:May cause nausea, vomiting along with mild irritation to the mouth, throat, esophagus and stomach. irritation with coughing and nasal discharge.
Like children, dogs and other pets also enjoy playing and running through the grass. But after fertilizing, it's also best practice to limit their use of the lawn for 24-72 hours.
Chemical Composition: Fertilizers often contain nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, and other chemicals that, while beneficial for plants, can be harmful to pets. Symptoms of Poisoning: If a dog ingests fertilizer, symptoms may include vomiting, diarrhea, drooling, lethargy, and in severe cases, seizures or death.
If you suspect that your dog may have been exposed to something poisonous, contact your veterinarian or emergency veterinarian immediately. When in doubt, call ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435. They may be able to instruct you on how to induce vomiting and whether or not there is a poisoning risk.
There are several different ingredients contained in common fertilizers that are dangerous to dogs, including: Herbicides – Common herbicides, like 2,4-D, tend to be mildly or moderately toxic to pets, causing vomiting, diarrhea, and dizziness.
Granular Fertilization and Your Pets
After granular fertilizer, as well as pre-emergent herbicide applications that come in granular form, it's usually best to wait until granular products have been completely absorbed before letting children and pets back on there. This usually takes about 24 hours.
If your dog ingests fertilizer their symptoms can start with gastrointestinal irritation, vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, hypersalivation, and abdominal pain. Regular NPK fertilizer typically causes mild symptoms, unless a large amount of fertilizer is ingested.
Any type of chemical can leave particles behind that may stick around for longer than you think. Studies show that even though most weed killer bottles say that you and your pets should keep off sprayed lawns for only 6 to 24 hours, chemical residue can linger on surfaces for up to 48 hours after application.
Miracle-Gro has a negative impact on your garden soil. Miracle-Gro destroys beneficial soil life. Miracle-Gro is polluting our water systems. Miracle-Gro actually stresses your plants out and makes them more susceptible to pests and disease.
Q1: When can children and pets return to a lawn treated with Miracle-Gro® Complete 4 in 1? A1: After applying this product in accordance with the label instructions keep children and pets away from treated areas until the granules have been watered in thoroughly and the area has dried.
As opposed to Miracle-Gro which offers synthetic NPK (Nitrogen - N, Phosphorus - P & Potassium - K) and little else, Neptune's Harvest products, made from fresh North Atlantic fish, contain vitamins, micro and macro nutrients, amino acids, and natural growth hormones.
Contact a professional: Reach out to the ASPCA's Animal Poison Control Center at 888-426-4435 or the Pet Poison Helpline at 800-213-6680 immediately.
Although some fertilizers are safe for your pet to walk on after they dry, your dog may decide to snack on the grass instead of walking on it. In addition, some types of fertilizers can transfer to your dog's footpads and cause irritation, which leads to your dog licking and chewing on them.
When used and stored as directed, this product is safe to use around your pets and in your home. Always use Nature's Miracle® products first.
Right now there is not much you can do, but if she is otherwise acting normal, then most likely she will be fine. The good thing about miracle grow is that it's made with elements that are naturally found in food, so it's usually not too dangerous in the long-term and can be cleared naturally by the body.
Treatment of Fertilizer Toxicity in Dogs
If you see your pet eat fertilizer, call your veterinarian or veterinarian hospital immediately.
They may be in liquid, granular or solid form and contain additives such as selective herbicides, insecticides and fungicides. Organic fertilisers are highly attractive to dogs. Ingestion may result in vomiting and diarrhea or possibly an electrolyte imbalance and other more serious effects with larger ingestions.
It is common practice to wait at least 24-72 hours before letting your dog go back on the lawn. After this period, the fertilizer is absorbed entirely into the soil. Before letting your dog free again, it is also good to water the lawn.
At Master Lawn, we typically say to wait 24 hours before watering your lawn after fertilizing. But it is important to make sure that it does receive a good watering session soon after that 24 hour waiting period. Watering helps the fertilizer to activate and to break down and begin feeding nutrients to the lawn.
One Type of Mulch Can Be Toxic to Dogs
Cocoa Bean Mulch is a byproduct of chocolate production and is popular for its color and sweet smell, but because it contains some of the same chemicals as chocolate it can be toxic to your dogs.
Dogs experience the same reactions to pesticide exposure as do humans. These include immediate symptoms such as skin rashes, nausea and vomiting, eye irritations, and respiratory problems. Longer term health issues are more serious. Dogs exposed to lawn chemicals have herbicides in their urine.
You can let your dog back on the lawn right after applying Scotts® Turf Builder® Lawn Food, unless you choose to water immediately afterward.