Essential Oil

A concentrated plant oil. Dogs metabolise these poorly, so diffused or licked exposure matters more than it does for people.

Also known as: patchouli oil, lavandin oil, sage oil, citronella oil, orange oil, cedarwood oil, eucalyptol, camphor, menthol, carvone

Puppy Safety

4.0

Adult Dog Safety

5.0

Paw Safety

6.0

Respiratory Safety

4.0

Licking Risk

4.0

Environmental

7.0

Ingredient Transparency

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Cleaning Performance

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What this means for your dog

Plain-language read of the sub-scores above.

Around puppiesExtra care recommended around puppies. Consider a gentler alternative or keep puppies away until surfaces are fully dry.
Around pawsRinse or wipe surfaces and let them dry fully before your dog walks on them.
If lickedDo not let dogs lick treated surfaces. Rinse well and store securely; call your vet or poison line if ingested.
In the airCan bother sensitive airways. Move dogs to another room during use, ventilate well, and wait before returning.

Why brands use it

fragrance

Found in these product types

Dish Soaps

4 products contain Essential Oil

7.2

Disinfectants

3 products contain Essential Oil

6.2

Bathroom Cleaners

3 products contain Essential Oil

7.3

Kitchen Cleaners

3 products contain Essential Oil

7.1

Dryer Sheets

2 products contain Essential Oil

6.6

Stain Removers

1 product contain Essential Oil

7.1

Products containing Essential Oil

Lysol · Disinfectants

LYSOL® DISINFECTANT SPRAY - Lemon Breeze

6.0

Nellie's · Dryer Sheets

Scented Wool Dryerball

6.6

Nellie's · Stain Removers

WOW Stick Stain Remover

7.1

Lysol · Bathroom Cleaners

LYSOL® TOILET BOWL CLEANER - Action Gel® Country Scent®

5.5

Lysol · Kitchen Cleaners

LYSOL® ALL PURPOSE CLEANER - Sun-Kissed Linen

7.1

Lysol · Kitchen Cleaners

LYSOL® KITCHEN PROTM - Power Degreaser

7.1

Nellie's · Dish Soaps

Dish Butter Refill 2 Pack

6.5

Nellie's · Dish Soaps

Dish Cubes

7.2

Lysol · Bathroom Cleaners

LYSOL® AUTOMATIC TOILET BOWL CLEANER - Nature Fresh InspirationsTM Cotton Lilac

6.4

Lysol · Kitchen Cleaners

LYSOL® MULTI SURFACE CLEANER - Power & FreshTM Sparkling Lemon & Sunflower Essence

6.0

Nellie's · Dish Soaps

Dish Butter

6.5

Nellie's · Dish Soaps

Dish Stick Refill 5 Pack

6.5

Lysol · Disinfectants

LYSOL® DISINFECTANT SPRAY - Crisp Linen

6.1

Lysol · Bathroom Cleaners

LYSOL® AUTOMATIC TOILET BOWL CLEANER - CLICK GELTM Spring Waterfall®

7.3

Lysol · Disinfectants

LYSOL® DISINFECTANT SPRAY - Lysol On the GoTM - Crisp Linen

6.2

Bounce · Dryer Sheets

Outdoor Fresh Dryer Sheets

6.0

Learn more

Essential Oils and Dogs: What's Safe, What's Not, and Why "Natural" Doesn't Always Mean Safe

CleanWise provides educational information to help dog owners make informed household choices. Scores are based upon ingredient transparency, intended use and currently available information. Individual dogs may have different sensitivities. Always follow manufacturer instructions.