>You know what started this? The thought with many people that it is >safe? The actual pest control companies around. I've been unable to locate my file of info on this. So I can't quote exactly. There are something like 37(?) different types of boric acid. FleaBusters uses a type that IS safe, according to the National Animal Poison Control. Because FleaBusters uses a product that contains one type of boric acid, people started using boric acid soap powder and other boric acid products attempting to kill fleas. That seemed to be where the info began that boric acid was safe. Sandi Best Little Rabbit, Rodent & Ferret House a non-profit animal shelter 14325 Lake City Way NE Seattle, WA 98125 (206)365-9105 Open 7 days/week or visit our on-line store at: http://www.rabbitrodentferret.org [Posted in FML issue 4087]