Are Scented Candles Bad For Your Dogs? All You Need To Know

Mar 18, 2022 Migration Team Candle Guide
Are Scented Candles Bad For Your Dogs?
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Are Scented Candles Bad For Your Dogs?
While candles are generally perceived as being relatively safe for dogs and unlikely to cause harm, it's essential to remain mindful of potential risks. The most commonly used candle waxes, including soy, paraffin, and beeswax, are typically considered non-toxic and generally pass harmlessly through a dog's digestive system if ingested. Among these options, soy-based candles are often regarded as the gentlest and least risky.

If certain aromas can change the mood of anyone (from making them feel relaxed to excited), imagine how this affects our dogs with superior nasal glands! This sensory ability can be used to the advantage of all fur parents because studies have shown that calming scents have been proven to reduce the stress experienced by dogs.


However, not all candles are created equal. Which candles should you avoid? This post has everything you need to know.

Toxic Candle Ingredients to Avoid


Paraffin Wax

Chemicals from paraffin may build up in the respiratory system of your dogs and may overwhelm their scent gland.
Safer Alternative: Soy wax is 100% natural and organic, avoiding the harmful fumes

Lead

Some candle wicks contain lead at their center which can be toxic for your dogs.
Safer Alternative: Unbleached cotton wicks are safer alternatives that still burn well.

Formaldehyde, Acetaldehyde, and Acrolein

Each of these incomprehensible ingredients is harmful in its own way. Formaldehyde and acetaldehyde can cause cancer while Acrolein is commonly found in weed killers.

Scents that are Toxic for Dogs


However, do take note that there are scents that are toxic for dogs. These are some scents that are considered harmful to your dogs:


Dog-Friendly Scented Soy Candles (LUMIs)


You know it's completely safe for your fur babies as long as they are organic & non-toxic, just like our scented soy candles (LUMIs)! Here are the five most recommended dog-friendly Lumi Candle scents that your dogs will love:

1. Vanilla

Subtle and sublime, a 'Vanilla' LUMI will ease the mind of both humans and dogs! Settle down as the soft scent of vanilla takes you to dreamland.
Vanilla scented soy candle by Lumi Candles PH

2. Milky

The Milky Scented Soy Candle has a pleasant smell reminiscent of warm milk, infused with vanilla and caramel biscuits. The pleasant sweetness of this scent will make you and your pup feel right at home!
milky scented soy candle by Lumi Candles PH

3. Honeydew Melon

A subtly fruity scent that not only sounds delicious but smells delicious too! Just make sure you don't eat it.
honeydew melon scented soy candle by Lumi Candles PH
LUMIs are scented candles made of 100% soy wax and are purely organic, making them completely safe and non-toxic for everyone including humans, dogs, and the environment.


The scented soy candles are locally made available in the market to help both you and your fur baby enjoy and unwind like you are living the life.


Remember safety tips like placing your candle where your dogs can't reach them to avoid accidents, keeping an eye on your candle, and using dog-friendly scented soy candles safe for their bodies!

For more information about Lumi Candles, feel free to go to the website and check out the full collection here.


Frequently Asked Questions

  • Are there candle ingredients that are toxic to dogs?
  • Yes. Ingredients such as paraffin wax and lead can be toxic to your dogs.
  • What candle scents are dog-friendly?
  • Scents such as Vanilla, Fresh Bamboo and Honeydew Melon are some of the candle scents that are dog-friendly.
    • For more information about Lumi Candles PH and home decorating products, feel free to visit the website and check out the full collection.

    Got a question or an inquiry? Send us an email anytime at cozy@lumicandlesph.com


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