Wondercide creators aim to keep pesticides away from dogs

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Pet owners are becoming more aware of the products that they use with their pets. Thanks to global education efforts and lots of research, we’re learning more about the harmful chemicals that some products contain and the long term health effects that these toxins are having on our dogs. Wondercide, a company specializing in natural flea and tick treatments, was recently featured on Shark Tank.

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The pesticides that are contained in many flea and tick treatments are dangerous for our dogs, ourselves and anyone else that may come in contact with them, especially children. They can also have very serious effects on the environment. Unfortunately, most pet owners think that these chemicals are necessary to rid their home of pests and parasites.

Stephanie Boone and Laura Alter have created a line of flea and tick sprays and bug repellents that are chemical free and 100% safe for humans and pets. The idea came after Stephanie’s dog, Luna, suffered devastating side effect from a flea and tick treatment that was prescribed by her vet. Luna developed pesticide poisoning.

Luna’s symptoms included seizures, liver and kidney failure and chronic skin issues. Several veterinarians recommended that the dog be put down. Luna was 10 years old, and they said that due to her age there was nothing that could be done to improve her health condition. Stephanie decided that she would nurse Luna back to health on her own.

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