Not only are your dogs and cats effected but when you pet or touch your dog (or cat) after applying these toxic chemicals, can cause reproductive damage in you and your children as well. (thewholedog.com)
Of course, you won't want to donate them to children's organizations, but there are some great options that will enable the products to be re-used by populations that won't be at risk for reproductive damage by phthalates — and where the health benefits of a shower or bath would far outweigh any other potential risk! (organicmania.com)
Studies show that phthalates mimic hormones in the body and can cause reproductive damage. (sfenvironment.org)