Is it safe to use a dryer sheet on my cat to get static out of his fur?

Question

I have done this but am wondering how harmful the chemicals could be... Anyone know?

Answer 1

it's ok to use them. Just wipe lightly a couple times. I use them on my pets all the time. It makes them smell better also.

Answer 2

I would NOT do this because of the chemicals in the dryer sheets plus they are somewhat waxy/oily or whatever gets into the screen that you have to clean out. Call your vets office. I am sure there is some form of anti-static spray, conditioning treatment, etc. that is available for cats, but don't do the dryer sheet thing. Cats are super-sensitive to all kinds of chemicals and smells, and this could harm him/her.

Answer 3

it's not safe at all. if you were to rub it on its fur to get rid of the static, think of how much the cat licks its fur to clean it. a humidifier would be best for static, plus it'll help the humans as well.
if you doubt this, just try licking the dryer sheet yourself. that's essentially what the cat will taste :^)

Answer 4

i don't think of the drier sheets will be a very solid theory using chemical compounds in the drier sheets. Your cats ought to grow to be ill at the same time as they groom themselves.perhaps you need to call the Vet and ask Him?Her? There will be some thing the Vet ought to furnish you with for the static. i'm highly particular the Vet would consider me about the chemical compounds besides the undeniable fact that.

Answer 5

I think it would be ok since we wear clothes after using dryer sheets and animals climb on them. Nothing bad seems to happen. It would be better to get a pet spray that gets rid of static though. I forget the names but you can find a few different types at any pet store. They work great. Smell before you buy though because a few of them smell horrid.

Answer 6

I'd say it's best to assume that it could be harmful. A trick I have found is to pet the cat with a rubber cleaning glove, just any one will do. It also helps get extra hair off the cat and furniture.

Answer 7

since cats react differently then human skin i wouldnt suggest it. something thats fine on us could give them rashs, for instance. even unscented could harm them, seeing as there are more chemicals in dryer sheets then just perfumes.

just put some water on your hand and rub your cat with it. its temporary, but it for sure wont hurt it.

Answer 8

I actually use static guard spray on my carpet, sofa and bed.
Then wipe down the kitty with a dryer sheet.
Not to mention my own socks.

Answer 9

No, it's not safe. Just take a damp cloth and pet him with that to remove the static.

Answer 10

It won't hurt her. She might prefer the unscented though. Their sense of smell is so much more powerful than ours. She might get nauseous smelling the perfumy smell.