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Is Bug Spray Toxic to Children and Animals?

Kit Kittlestad

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Bug spray can be a useful aid in the battle against mosquitos and other pests that bite and sting. Sometimes, bug bites aren’t just pesky, they’re dangerous. Occasionally, allergic reactions can happen and, worse, diseases can be transmitted.

Is Bug Spray Safe?

While bug spray may provide relief, especially on hot summer nights when insects are most active, health concerns have been raised over the years, particularly when it comes to animals and children. 

Bug Spray Active Ingredients

Applying bug repellent or tick repellant outdoors on a hike
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