More than 30 million Americans live with one or more dogs (Marks, 1999). pet owners many use poisons in and around their homes to address mites. Although many chemicals were beneficial, poor planning or improper use of a pesticide product may be be very toxic to dogs. Of course the best way to avoid toxicity is to avoid using chemical products. However, if these chemicals must be used be sure to read the labels, use the products properly, and be highly careful. Remember that dogs could be not...
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The following compounds are samples of the chemicals used in homes and gardens.

•    2,4-Dichlorophenoxyacetic acid (2,4-D). This pesticide is a chlorophenoxy compound that functions as a systemic herbicide and is used to address many types of broadleaf weeds. Classified as a General Use mite killing (GUP), 2,4-D's diethylamine salt is a slightly toxic category III chemical when ingested orally. However, this product is classified as a highly toxic category I chemical when exposed to the eye...
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Guidelines to avoid toxicity
As mentioned previously, the best way to avoid toxicity is to avoid using chemical poisons altogether. An integrated pest management program may be the most reliable strategy for controlling mites. This methodology employs physical, mechanical, cultural, and biological strategies to keep pest numbers low. Least-toxic chemical pest modulate methods could be used only as a last resort. The following pest manage methods do not involve chemical poisons:
•    Physical ...
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