Which qualities in primer and paint make them less toxic to dogs?

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The dog cage pans got rusty over time.  After getting the rust off, I am concerned that using spray primer, then later using spray paint, and then allowing days for drying time might result in a painted dog cage pan that is too hazardous.

Would interior latex paints, low VOC paints, and low VOC primers probably tend to be safer?

Any other tips?  And how might we spot easily whether a primer is low VOC?

ranger_diy · Accepted Answer

Spray primer and paint should dry in a day or so. I would prime in the morning and paint an hour or two later. I would place it outside in the sun to cure the paint and burn off any odors. Once dry, the paint will be safe.

Anonymous · Answer

Yep. As an example: My Malinois (70#, high energy) was eating 5-6 cups of corn-filled junk when I first got her and was leaving horse piles in the yard about 2X a day. Eating Evo RM or Orijen6 Fish, she eats no more than 3 cups a day and only poops once. The pile is much, much smaller as well. Also, as an added bonus, her skin and coat look 100% better. I did the math a while back. It costs, on average about $50 more a year to feed a better quality food. When you factor in dogs who's skin conditions have completely cleared up, it basically has paid for itself since I don't' have to shell out extra $ at the vet. Plus, it is healthier for the dog.

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Which qualities in primer and paint make them less toxic to dogs?

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