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

Air Fresheners

20 products contain Essential Oil

5.7

Laundry Detergents

10 products contain Essential Oil

8.3

Fabric Sprays

3 products contain Essential Oil

5.8

Bathroom Cleaners

3 products contain Essential Oil

5.6

Dryer Sheets

1 product contain Essential Oil

6.6

Pet Grooming & Coat Sprays

1 product contain Essential Oil

1.0

Products containing Essential Oil

Fresh Wave · Air Fresheners

Fresh Wave Odor Removing Gel

5.7

Tide · Laundry Detergents

Tide Ultra OXI Power PODS with Odor Eliminators Laundry Detergent Pacs, 18 Count, For Visible and Invisible Dirt

3.8

Febreze · Air Fresheners

Febreze Odor-Fighting Fade Defy PLUG Air Freshener Refill, Bora Bora, 26 mL Oil Refill

5.7

Febreze · Air Fresheners

Febreze Plug In Air Freshener, Odor-Fighting Scented Oil Refill, Ref&Ener Sthe&Rest, 4 Refills

5.7

Febreze · Air Fresheners

Febreze Odor-Fighting Fade Defy PLUG Air Freshener Gain Original Scent, (1) .79 fl. oz. Oil Refill

5.7

Febreze · Air Fresheners

Febreze Origins Fade Defy PLUG Air Freshener & Odor Fighter, Ocean, (2) .87 fl. oz. Oil Refills

5.7

Febreze · Air Fresheners

Febreze Car Air Freshener Vent Clip Cranberry Tart Scent, 2-count 2 mL car vent clips

5.7

Febreze · Fabric Sprays

Febreze Odor-Fighting Fabric Refresher with Gain,Original, 700 mL

5.8

Febreze · Air Fresheners

Febreze Car Odor-Eliminating Air Freshener Vent Clip, Linen & Sky, 1 count

5.7

Lysol · Bathroom Cleaners

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

3.3

Febreze · Fabric Sprays

Febreze Unstopables Touch Fabric Spray and Odor Fighter, Fresh, 500 mL

5.3

Tide · Laundry Detergents

Tide Hygienic Clean Heavy 10x Duty Power PODS Laundry Detergent Pacs, Original, 36 count, For Visible and Invisible Dirt

6.9

Febreze · Air Fresheners

Febreze Odor-Fighting Fade Defy PLUG Air Freshener Refill, Gain Original Scent, (1) 26 mL Oil Refill

5.7

Febreze · Air Fresheners

Febreze LIGHT Small Spaces Air Freshener Lavender, 7.5 mL, 1 count

5.7

Tide · Laundry Detergents

Tide Hygienic Clean Heavy 10x Duty Power PODS Laundry Detergent Pacs, Spring Meadow, 25 count, For Visible and Invisible Dirt

8.3

Febreze · Air Fresheners

Febreze Fade Defy PLUG Air Freshener Apple Cider, 26 mL Oil Refill, 2 Count

5.7

Tide · Laundry Detergents

Tide Plus Febreze Freshness Spring & Renewal HE Turbo Clean Liquid Laundry Detergent, 1.09 L 24 loads

3.4

Febreze · Air Fresheners

Febreze Small Spaces Holiday Air Freshener Apple Cider Scent, 7.5 mL each, Pack of 2

5.7

Tide · Laundry Detergents

Tide PODS Liquid Laundry Detergent Pacs, Spring Meadow Scent, 20 count

3.8

Febreze · Air Fresheners

Febreze AUTO Air Freshener Vent Clip Platinum Ice Scent, 2.2 mL Car Vent Clip, Pack of 2

5.4

Febreze · Air Fresheners

Febreze Small Spaces Holiday Air Freshener Winter Spruce Scent, 7.5 mL, Pack of 2

5.7

Febreze · Air Fresheners

Febreze Car Air Freshener Vent Clip, Midnight Storm, 1 count

4.9

Bounce · Dryer Sheets

Pet Hair & Lint Guard Mega Dryer Sheets

6.6

Tide · Laundry Detergents

Tide Plus Febreze Freshness Botanical Rain HE Turbo Clean Liquid Laundry Detergent, 1.09 L, 24 loads

3.9

Febreze · Air Fresheners

Febreze AUTO Air Freshener Vent Clip Midnight Storm Scent, 2.2 mL Car Vent Clip, Pack of 2

5.1

Tide · Laundry Detergents

Tide Power PODS Plus Ultra OXI White and Bright Laundry Detergent Pacs, 18 Count, Advanced Stain Removal and Whitening Power

3.8

Tide · Laundry Detergents

Tide Simply Oxi Boost + Febreze Odor Defense Laundry Detergent - Sunny Breeze

8.0

Fresh Wave · Air Fresheners

Fresh Wave Odor Removing Spray

5.7

Scrubbing Bubbles · Bathroom Cleaners

Scrubbing Bubbles Bathroom Cleaner

4.9

Febreze · Air Fresheners

Febreze Odor-Fighting Fade Defy PLUG Air Freshener Refill, Mediterranean Lavender, (1) 26 mL Oil Refill

5.7

Febreze · Air Fresheners

Febreze Odor-Fighting Fade Defy PLUG Air Freshener Refill, Downy April Fresh, .87 fl. oz. Oil Refills

5.7

LOONA · Pet Grooming & Coat Sprays

LOON-A-LLERGIES 500 ml / 16.9 oz

1.0

Lysol · Bathroom Cleaners

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

5.6

Febreze · Air Fresheners

Febreze Odor-Fighting Air Freshener, Heavy Duty Crisp Clean, Pack of 2, 250 g each

5.7

Febreze · Fabric Sprays

Febreze Odor-Fighting Fabric Refresher with Gain,Original, 438 mL

5.8

Febreze · Air Fresheners

Febreze Odor-Fighting Fade Defy PLUG Air Freshener, Downy April Fresh, .87 fl. oz. Oil Refill

5.7

Tide · Laundry Detergents

Tide Plus Febreze Sport Odor Defense HE Turbo Clean Liquid Laundry Detergent, 2.72 L, 59 loads

7.8

Tide · Laundry Detergents

Tide Power Pods Laundry Detergent Pacs with Febreze Sport, 18 Count, Febreze Freshness with Sport Odor Defense

3.8

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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.