cleaning & disinfectants
Cleaning, Sanitizing, & Disinfecting
What’s the difference?
Core Diseases of Concern
Gloves
Hand Washing
Hand Sanitizers
Laundry Basics
Disinfectants Non-Toxic
Grass / Lawn Decontamination
“Stick with the basics: plain hand soap for hand washing, 60% alcohol for hand sanitizing, unexpired bleach for household cleaning, and face-covering mask, scarf or bandana when you visit public places.” W. Jean Dodds, DVM
Please Never, Ever Put Hand Sanitizer on Your Pet!
RESCUE (Accelerated Hydrogen Peroxide), and SANIPAW & Sniper (Chlorine Dioxide) products are pet friendly disinfectants.
After cleaning (wiping and removing all substances) Both accelerated Hydrogen Peroxide & chlorine dioxide will kill Canine Parvovirus.
RESCUE kills Canine Parvovirus – in 5 mins at a 1:16 dilution. (Fastest contact time – kills COVID-19 and Parvovirus in 1 minute)
ACCELERATED HYDROGEN PEROXIDE
CHLORINE DIOXIDE
CHLORINE DIOXIDE
RESCUE is my top choose due to effectiveness, safety and the amount of contact time needed to be highly effective against a wide variety of pathogenic microorganisms including bacteria, antibiotic-resistant bacteria, *viruses, fungi, mold and mildew. RESCUE kills Canine Parvovirus – in 5 mins at a 1:16 dilution.
RESCUE wipes kills Canine Parvovirus – in 5 mins, and COVID-19 [SARS-CoV-2] expected effectiveness at 1 minute.
https://learnaboutrescue.com/rescue-wipes/
“Rescue™ is non-toxic and is not harmful to inhale.”
Use RESCUE Concentrate to make you own spray. 1oz Rescue to 15oz distilled water.
Use 8 oz per gallon to kill Parvovirus in only 5 minutes
https://rescuedisinfectants.com/covid-19/
https://www.viroxanimalhealth.com/hubfs/VAH_PDFS/Virox_AH_REScue_CON_RefSheet_14.pdf
USE TO FILL 16oz BOTTLES
ADD 1oz RESCUE CONCENTRATE AND FILL WITH DISTILLED WATER
FILL SMALL BOTTLES USING THE 16oz BOTTLE YOU MIXED
Cleaning, Sanitizing, or Disinfecting?
Cleaning removes germs, dirt, and impurities from surfaces or objects. Cleaning works by using soap (or detergent) and water to physically remove germs from surfaces. This process does not necessarily kill germs, but by removing them, it lowers their numbers and the risk of spreading infection.
Sanitizing lowers the number of germs on surfaces or objects to a safe level, as judged by public health standards or requirements. This process works by either cleaning or disinfecting surfaces or objects to lower the risk of spreading infection.
Disinfecting kills germs on surfaces or objects. Disinfecting works by using chemicals to kill germs on surfaces or objects. This process does not necessarily clean dirty surfaces or remove germs, but by killing germs on a surface after cleaning, it can further lower the risk of spreading infection.
https://www.cdc.gov/flu/school/cleaning.htm
Please Never, Ever Put Hand Sanitizer on Your Pet!
Non-toxic, homemade cleaning solutions for the home that are safe for Pets
Core Diseases of Concern
Canine Distemper & Feline Herpes (These “enveloped” viruses are easier to sterilize than non-enveloped viruses)
Parvoviruses, canine adenovirus, feline panleukopenia, feline calicivirus, and ringworm (non-enveloped viruses)
Gloves
Gloves help prevent the spreading/transfer of viruses and bacteria. “Always wash hands after removing gloves, especially if you have been handling an animal with a serious or zoonotic illness (hands can become contaminated through small breaks in the gloves or in the process of taking them off).”
Bleach + Citrus Cleaners + Light = Significant Levels of Secondary Organic Aerosols Polluting the Air in Your Home
Hand Washing
“It had been widely believed that hand washing was the next best choice when gloves are impractical. However, current research suggests that hand sanitizers are preferable in many circumstances [10]. It is true that proper hand washing has the significant advantage of removing even the most resistant pathogens, and is therefore required under certain circumstances (e.g. when hands are contaminated with feces, blood or bodily fluids, are visibly soiled, or after suspected exposure to a durable pathogen such as parvovirus or ringworm). But it is surprisingly hard to wash hands correctly, and compliance may not be all one could wish for. Ineffective hand washing may actually be less helpful than correct use of a good hand sanitizer [11]. According to the Center for Disease Control, proper hand washing technique consists of the following:
Wet hands with warm running water
Lather with soap
Scrub all surfaces for a minimum of 20 seconds
Rinse
Thoroughly dry hands using two single use paper towels for 10 seconds each – if cloth towels are used, a fresh one must be used for each hand washing episode. Hands should be dried for 10 seconds on one area, then 10 seconds on a fresh area of the towel.
As with environmental decontamination, the drying step is especially important. Moisture on hands may actually facilitate pathogen survival and transfer[12].”
Safe Household Cleaners for Homes with Allergic Pets
Hand Sanitizers
Use hand sanitizers that contain 60-80% ethanol or isopropyl alcohol
Avoid alcohol free products products when working with animals. “in addition to being less reliable against calicivirus [13], some of these contain phenol (Triclosan) or quaternary ammonium (benzylalkonium) compounds, which can be toxic to animals at too high a concentration.”
70% Ethanol Alcohol
“The third strategy for dealing with contaminated hands are those convenient hand sanitizer gels.”
“Use hand sanitizers according to directions, which usually involves rubbing for at least ten seconds, then allowing hands to air dry.”
“Remember, no hand sanitizer is effective against the most durable pathogens, such as the parvoviruses or ringworm.”
“Even though the spectrum of effect may be limited, a slightly less effective method, used consistently and correctly, will provide better results than the theoretically-ideal choice. In one study that compared the bacterial levels on vet students’ hands after performing an exam on a horse, bacterial counts were actually lower on the hands of those who used a hand sanitizer compared to those who washed and dried [11]. The basics of hand sanitizers are as follows:
Use hand sanitizers that contain 60-80% ethanol or isopropyl alcohol (due to better efficacy against feline calicivirus). Hand sanitizers should also contain an emollient to protect skin.
Provide and clearly label hand sanitizers in all animal areas and position them within 3 feet of animal exam stations
Use hand sanitizers according to directions, which usually involves rubbing for at least ten seconds, then allowing hands to air dry.
Avoid alcohol free products in shelters: in addition to being less reliable against calicivirus[13], some of these contain phenol (Triclosan) or quaternary ammonium (benzylalkonium) compounds, which can be toxic to animals at too high a concentration
Remember, no hand sanitizer is effective against the most durable pathogens, such as the parvoviruses or ringworm. When these pathogens are suspected, gloves and hand washing are a must.”
Laundry basics
“Good news here: the vast majority of the time, all that is required is washing in either a regular or commercial washing machine with hot water and bleach, and drying on heat cycle. No more bleach than the usual amount for a given size of washing machine is needed (half a cup for an average household washer). Rescue™ can also be used in the laundry at 1 oz per gallon of washer capacity (no additional detergent product is needed)” https://sheltermedicine.com/library/resources/?utf8=%E2%9C%93&search%5Bslug%5D=sanitation-in-animal-shelters#What%20products
Disinfectants (non-toxic)
“One of the safest disinfectants for dogs and pups are activated or accelerated hydrogen peroxide products. Activated hydrogen peroxide is not the common form found in your local drug store. That 3% hydrogen peroxide can kill pathogens but it takes a long time, up to 6 hours, to do so.” [1]
Rescue (Accelerated Hydrogen Peroxide - AHP)
One Step Disinfectant Cleaner & Deodorizer (no rinsing required)
Safe around pets.
For Use On Animal Crates, Automatic Feeders, Carts, Counters, Diagnostic Equipment, Dog Runs, Exam Tables, Food & Water Bowls, Grooming Equipment, Handling Equipment, Hard Surfaces, Laboratory Equipment, Non-Porous Harnesses and Leashes, Tables, Transportation Crates, and Trucks and Vehicles
Rescue™ Disinfectants https://www.viroxanimalhealth.com/rescue-family
“When used as directed, this product is highly effective against a wide variety of pathogenic microorganisms including bacteria, antibiotic-resistant bacteria, *viruses, fungi, mold and mildew. At a 1:64 – 1:16 dilution (2 oz.– 8 oz. of product per gallon of water” This is a link to what it kills and the times https://www.viroxanimalhealth.com/hubfs/VAH_PDFS/Virox_AH_REScue_CON_RefSheet_14.pdf
Which household cleaners are safe to use in free ranging areas
Sanitation in animal shelters
Sanitation and Parvovirus
https://www.sheltermedicine.com/library/resources/?r=sanitation-and-parvovirus
Grass/lawn
“Accelerated hydrogen peroxide or potassium peroxymonosulfate may be the best choice to decontaminate a grassy area soiled by parvovirus”
Alcohol
Alcohol and Soap
“Finally, washing down small equipment with 70% or higher alcohol or soapy water for at least 20 seconds will kill or damage the coronavirus. However, according to the VCA, neither alcohol nor soap will kill the parvovirus so for puppy and dog facilities I’d encourage you to use the products above.” [1]
Alcohol is effective against influenza virus (252). Ethyl alcohol (70%) is a powerful broad-spectrum germicide and is considered generally superior to isopropyl alcohol. Alcohol is often used to disinfect small surfaces (e.g. rubber stoppers of multiple-dose medication vials, and thermometers) and occasionally external surfaces of equipment (e.g. stethoscopes and ventilators). Since alcohol is flammable, limit its use as a surface disinfectant to small surface-areas and use it in well-ventilated spaces only. Prolonged and repeated use of alcohol as a disinfectant can also cause discoloration, swelling, hardening and cracking of rubber and certain plastics.
Bleach
“Household bleach, a 2 to 10 percent solution of sodium hypochlorite, is an effective disinfectant although not as safe as activated hydrogen peroxide for both dogs and people. It can be corrosive and harm your dogs’ skin, eyes, and lungs. As a result, always use bleach in a well-ventilated area and wear gloves when handling the product or solution. Bleach can also never be mixed with any product containing ammonia. Since urine contains ammonia, clean your areas very well before disinfecting with bleach.” … “in a 0.12% sodium hypochlorite solution is an effective disinfectant for coronavirus and parvo on bleach-safe surfaces, such as floors, bowls, whelping boxes, etc.” [1]
Bleach is a strong and effective disinfectant – its active ingredient sodium hypochlorite is effective in killing bacteria, fungi and viruses, including influenza virus – but it is easily inactivated by organic material. Diluted household bleach disinfects within 10–60 minutes contact time.
Organic materials inactivate bleach; clean surfaces so that they are clear of organic materials before disinfection with bleach. Do not use bleach together with other household detergents, because this reduces its effectiveness and can cause dangerous chemical reactions. If necessary, use detergents first, and rinse thoroughly with water before using bleach for disinfection.
Most household bleach solutions contain 5% sodium hypochlorite. Sodium hypochlorite decomposes with time. To ensure its effectiveness, purchase recently produced bleach, and avoid over-stocking.
“mix bleach with cold water (hot water decomposes the sodium hypochlorite and renders it ineffective)”
CDC - Cleaning and Sanitizing with Bleach
First, wash surfaces with soap and warm, clean water to remove dirt and debris. Next, sanitize surfaces with household bleach.
Never mix bleach with ammonia or any other cleaner.
Wear rubber or other non-porous boots, gloves, and eye protection.
Try not to breathe in product fumes. If using products indoors, open windows and doors to allow fresh air to enter.
Use regular unscented 5%—6% household bleach
Amount of Bleach and Water to Mix
“To make a disinfecting solution, use the recipes below. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) recommends the following recipes for regular (5-6% bleach, so both Clorox Regular and Ultra). [1]
5 tablespoons (1/3rd cup) bleach per gallon of water
4 teaspoons bleach per quart of water
Steam
“Although not yet tested on the SAR-COV2 virus, steam cleaning is an effective disinfectant for parvovirus and is thought to be effective on coronaviruses. If you currently steam clean your facilities, continue to do so. In combination with activated hydrogen peroxide or bleach, few viruses can survive.” [1]
Distilled Vinegar and Other Natural Products
Although distilled vinegar and essential oils have long been used by dog breeders, there is no evidence that these products disinfect parvovirus or the new coronavirus. Furthermore, there is some concern among veterinarians that some essential oils are toxic to dogs. So use them carefully and select another more effective disinfectant during this pandemic. [1] For safe essential oils click or tap here.
Phenols
Don’t use products containing phenols. These chemicals are toxic to animals, particularly cats.
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