Fragrance

An undisclosed blend that can contain dozens of compounds. A common trigger for respiratory irritation in dogs.

Also known as: parfum, perfume, scent

Puppy Safety

5.0

Adult Dog Safety

6.0

Paw Safety

6.0

Respiratory Safety

4.0

Licking Risk

5.0

Environmental

5.0

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

12 products contain Fragrance

6.4

Bathroom Cleaners

6 products contain Fragrance

7.4

Dog Shampoos

6 products contain Fragrance

6.4

Floor Cleaners

5 products contain Fragrance

7.6

Laundry Detergents

5 products contain Fragrance

8.2

Dryer Sheets

5 products contain Fragrance

6.4

Kitchen Cleaners

4 products contain Fragrance

7.3

Hand Soaps

4 products contain Fragrance

8.3

Laundry Additives

4 products contain Fragrance

2.3

Dish Soaps

2 products contain Fragrance

7.4

Fabric Sprays

2 products contain Fragrance

1.5

Glass Cleaners

1 product contain Fragrance

7.6

Stain Removers

1 product contain Fragrance

5.5

Fabric Softeners

1 product contain Fragrance

4.4

Pet Grooming & Coat Sprays

1 product contain Fragrance

5.8

Disinfectants

1 product contain Fragrance

3.7

Products containing Fragrance

Method · Glass Cleaners

Method Glass + Surface Cleaner Mint

7.6

Nature Clean · Dish Soaps

Nature Clean Dishwashing Liquid - 740ML - Vanilla Pear

7.4

Method · Bathroom Cleaners

Method Tub + Tile Bathroom Cleaner Eucalyptus Mint

7.4

Method · Kitchen Cleaners

Method All-Purpose Cleaner Pink Grapefruit

7.3

Method · Floor Cleaners

Method Squirt + Mop Almond Floor Cleaner

5.2

Mrs. Meyer's · Air Fresheners

Mrs. Meyer's Room Freshener Lavender

4.9

Mrs. Meyer's · Bathroom Cleaners

Mrs. Meyer's Tub & Tile Cleaner

6.6

Method · Floor Cleaners

Method Squirt + Mop Hard Floor Cleaner

6.0

Nature Clean · Hand Soaps

Nature Clean Liquid Hand Soap Refill - 1L - Sweet Pea

8.2

Nature Clean · Laundry Detergents

Nature Clean Laundry Detergent Sheets - White Linen

7.8

Tru Earth · Bathroom Cleaners

Tru Earth Toilet Bowl Cleaner

5.0

Tru Earth · Laundry Detergents

Tru Earth Eco-Strips Fresh Linen

7.2

Nature Clean · Floor Cleaners

Nature Clean Floor Cleaner Strips - Fresh Lemon

7.6

Nature Clean · Laundry Detergents

Nature Clean Laundry Detergent Sheets - Wildflower Scent

8.0

Cascade · Kitchen Cleaners

Cascade Complete ActionPacs Dishwasher Detergent

1.7

Attitude · Air Fresheners

Attitude Nature+ Air Freshener

1.0

Downy · Dryer Sheets

Downy Infusions Calm Lavender & Vanilla Bean Mega Dryer Sheets

1.3

Arm & Hammer · Laundry Additives

Arm & Hammer In-Wash Scent Booster Purifying Waters

2.3

Glade · Air Fresheners

Glade Automatic Spray Refill Lavender & Vanilla

1.0

Hartz · Dog Shampoos

Hartz Groomer's Best Oatmeal Shampoo

1.5

Glade · Air Fresheners

Glade Aerosol Air Freshener

1.1

Febreze · Air Fresheners

Febreze Air Effects Original

1.0

Febreze · Air Fresheners

Febreze Air Effects Fresh Cut Pine (Aerosol)

0.8

Febreze · Fabric Sprays

Febreze Fabric Refresher Extra Strength

1.5

Four Paws · Dog Shampoos

Four Paws Magic Coat Everyday Puppy Tearless Shampoo

1.5

Febreze · Fabric Sprays

Febreze Fabric Refresher Pet Odor

1.5

John Paul Pet · Dog Shampoos

John Paul Pet Tea Tree Shampoo

1.6

Glade · Air Fresheners

Glade Aerosol Spray Clean Linen

1.1

Fabuloso · Floor Cleaners

Fabuloso Lavender Multi-Purpose Cleaner

1.6

Tilex · Bathroom Cleaners

Tilex Mold & Mildew Remover with Bleach

4.3

Tru Earth · Kitchen Cleaners

Tru Earth Multi-Surface Cleaner - Lemon Fresh

4.6

Snuggle · Laundry Additives

Snuggle Scent Boosters

2.1

Purex · Laundry Additives

Purex Crystals Scent Booster

2.1

Snuggle · Dryer Sheets

Snuggle Blue Sparkle Dryer Sheets

1.3

Snuggle · Laundry Additives

Snuggle SuperFresh Original In-Wash Scent Booster

2.1

Nature Clean · Hand Soaps

Nature Clean Hand Soap Sheets – 80 washes – White Blossom

6.6

Nature Clean · Hand Soaps

Nature Clean Liquid Hand Soap - 500ML - Sweet Pea

8.2

Nature Clean · Hand Soaps

Nature Clean Foaming Hand Soap - 415ML - Vanilla Pear

8.3

Nellie's · Stain Removers

Pet Stain and Odour Remover

5.5

Fresh 'n Clean · Dog Shampoos

Fresh 'n Clean Oatmeal & Baking Soda Shampoo

5.3

Fresh 'n Clean · Dog Shampoos

Fresh 'n Clean Scented Shampoo Classic Fresh

6.3

Fleecy · Fabric Softeners

Sensations Lavender Liquid Fabric Softener

4.4

Fleecy · Dryer Sheets

Waterfall Mist Dryer Sheets

6.4

Fleecy · Dryer Sheets

Sensations Lavender Dryer Sheets

4.4

Scrubbing Bubbles · Bathroom Cleaners

Scrubbing Bubbles Bathroom Grime Fighter

2.5

Gain · Laundry Detergents

Gain Flings PODS Original

4.7

Nellie's · Pet Grooming & Coat Sprays

Fresh Dog

5.8

Kirkland Signature · Dryer Sheets

Kirkland Signature Fabric Softener Sheets

2.6

John Paul Pet · Dog Shampoos

John Paul Pet Oatmeal Shampoo

6.4

Scrubbing Bubbles · Bathroom Cleaners

Scrubbing Bubbles Bathroom Cleaner

4.9

Clorox · Disinfectants

Clorox Regular Bleach

3.7

Biovert · Laundry Detergents

Biovert HE Laundry Detergent - Morning Dew - 1.4 L

8.2

Air Wick · Air Fresheners

AIR WICK® FRESHMATIC® - Kit - 1+1 Sparkling Citrus® 180 g

6.4

Air Wick · Air Fresheners

AIR WICK® SCENTED OIL - Kit - 1+1 Lavender & Chamomile 20 ml

5.7

Attitude · Floor Cleaners

Attitude Floor Surfaces Cleaner

3.9

Air Wick · Air Fresheners

V.I.Poo® Pre-Poop Toilet Spray - Lavender Superstar®

6.3

Air Wick · Air Fresheners

AIR WICK® FRESHMATIC® - Kit - 1+1 Mountain Breeze 180 g

6.4

Ajax · Dish Soaps

Ajax Ultra Triple Action Dish Liquid Orange

5.1

Air Wick · Air Fresheners

AIR WICK® SCENTED OIL - Kit - 1+1 Country Berries® 20 ml

5.7

Attitude · Kitchen Cleaners

Attitude Nature+ All-Purpose Cleaner Citrus Zest

4.5

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Sources

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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.