As a pet owner, you want to keep your fur baby safe from harm. Even the most innocuous-looking weed killers and herbicides can be toxic to your furry friend. While there are pet-friendly commercial options, making your own natural weed killer is easy and cost-effective.

All-Natural Pet-Friendly Weed Killer

Vinegar and Dish Soap Solution

1. Mix equal parts white vinegar and water in a spray bottle.

2. Add a few drops of dish soap to the mixture.

3. Spray the solution directly onto the weeds, avoiding contact with your lawn or garden plants.

Salt Spray

1. Dissolve one cup of salt in one gallon of water.

2. Pour the solution into a spray bottle.

3. Spray the solution directly onto the weeds, again avoiding contact with your lawn or garden plants.

Cornmeal Gluten

1. Sprinkle cornmeal gluten around the base of your plants. This will prevent the weeds from germinating and sprouting.

2. Reapply the cornmeal gluten every few weeks to keep the weeds at bay.

Boiling Water

1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil.

2. Carefully pour the boiling water directly onto the weeds.

3. Be careful not to splash the boiling water on yourself or your plants.

Hand-Pulling

1. Pull the weeds out by hand. This is the most labor-intensive method, but it is also the most effective and environmentally friendly.

2. Be sure to wear gloves when hand-pulling weeds, as some plants can cause skin irritation.

3. Dispose of the weeds in a compost pile or in the trash.