· By Loren Lewin
How to Make Your Home Smell Amazing—Without Harming Your Pet
If you’re a pet parent, you know the joys (and occasional smells) that come with sharing your space with a furry friend. Whether it’s wet dog after a walk or a litter box that won’t quit, keeping your home fresh without compromising your pet’s health can be a challenge.
The good news? You don’t have to choose between a great-smelling home and your pet’s safety. Here's how to do both.
Why Traditional Home Fragrance Can Be Harmful to Pets
A lot of traditional candles, sprays, and plug-ins are loaded with synthetic chemicals designed to mask odors. These may smell pleasant, but they can come at a cost:
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Phthalates: Common in synthetic fragrances, linked to hormone disruption and respiratory irritation
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Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs): Released into the air and can contribute to long-term health issues
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Essential Oils: While natural, some are toxic to pets (like tea tree, eucalyptus, and citrus oils in high concentrations)
Since pets have smaller lungs, spend more time close to floors (where particles settle), and often groom themselves by licking, they’re extra vulnerable to airborne toxins.
5 Pet-Safe Ways to Make Your Home Smell Incredible
1. Burn Non-Toxic, Pet-Safe Candles
Choose candles made with clean-burning wax (like coconut soy), non-toxic fragrance blends, and cotton or wood wicks. At Companion Candles, we never use phthalates, mutagens, or carcinogens—just good vibes in every jar.
2. Open Windows and Let Fresh Air In
Regularly airing out your home helps reduce lingering odors, freshens soft furnishings, and supports indoor air quality.
3. Wash Pet Bedding and Toys Weekly
Odors cling to soft surfaces like dog beds and plush toys. Toss them in the wash with fragrance-free detergent to reset your space and eliminate the source of pet-related smells.
4. Use a HEPA Filter or Air Purifier
A quality air purifier with a HEPA filter can trap allergens, dander, and airborne particles that contribute to household odor. Bonus: it helps reduce the dust and pet hair that ends up on every surface.
Why Companion Candles Are a Game-Changer
We created Companion Candles because we believe in clean, design-forward home fragrance that doesn’t put your pets at risk. Our candles are:
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Free of 250+ harmful toxins
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Made with coconut soy wax and wood wicks
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Formulated with your pet’s well-being in mind
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Beautifully designed to elevate your space
Plus, every purchase gives back to animal shelters and rescues—because the best scent is the smell of giving back.
Final Thoughts
A clean-smelling home shouldn't come at the cost of your pet’s health. With just a few simple swaps, you can enjoy fresh, cozy vibes that are totally safe for the four-legged members of your family.