Safe Paws salt free Ice melt is safe to use around household pets.  Get this BEFORE you need it, because you know the retail stores sell out whenever the weatherman says "snow" or "ice".  Get this 8+ pound container for 30.00 with fast, free shipping.  That's less than Wal Marts price, if they even have it.  Unlike most other ice melts, this is safe for use around pets and people.  Safe on concrete, asphalt, pavers, stone, brick, metal and decking.  Safe on lawns and shrubbery. Safe on eyes and skin.  100% effective at 10°F.   Used and recommended by veterinarians, animal hospitals and shelters.  Made in the USA.  May ship in securely taped original packaging.