Did you know that second hand smoke contains more than 4,000 chemicals, many are known to cause cancer in pets and humans? Did you know your pet can develop respiratory infections, lung inflammation or asthma when breathing in second hand smoke?
FluffyQuits.com encourages smoking pet owners to give up cigarettes for the sake of their pets’ and to make a pledge:
I believe in the health and well being of my pet(s). I understand that quitting smoking will reduce the likelihood that my pet(s) will develop tobacco-related respiratory infections, lung inflammation or asthma. I pledge to be a Smoke-Free pet owner so as to keep my pet(s) living healthier and longer. I am a proud supporter of FluffyQuits.com!
They also ask other non-smokers to help spread the message. If you own or manage a pet related store or vet office you can sign up to receive a kit with signs and literature to encourage pet owners to keep their homes and vehicles smoke-free.
It’s an important message, one that most people never consider but could save pets lives.