Beautiful Scents. Safe for Every Member of Your Family.

If you share your home with pets, you know the challenge: you want a beautifully scented space, but you also want to keep your dogs, cats, and birds safe. The good news is you don't have to choose.

At You Me & Emilio, every candle is hand-poured with 100% natural soy wax and phthalate-free fragrance oils — a cleaner, gentler burn that's thoughtfully crafted for households with pets. No paraffin. No harsh synthetic compounds. Just premium fragrance, made with care.

Why Soy Candles Are Better for Pet Households

• Cleaner burn — soy wax produces significantly less soot and fewer VOCs than paraffin
• Lower fragrance concentration — candles release fragrance at a much lower level than diffusers or incense
• Phthalate-free — our fragrance oils are free from phthalates and other harsh synthetic compounds
• Slow, even burn — less smoke, more scent, longer lasting

The Most Pet-Friendly Scents

Not all fragrances are equal when it comes to pet safety. Here are the scents that are generally considered safest for pet households:

• Vanilla — warm, sweet, and one of the most universally pet-friendly scents available
• Coconut — mild and gentle in candle concentrations
• Spearmint — fresh and clean; lower risk than peppermint for dogs
• Lavender — calming and widely tolerated in dog households (use with ventilation)
• Palo Santo — not listed as toxic to dogs; grounding and sacred

How to Burn Candles Safely With Pets

• Always burn in a ventilated room — open a window or door
• Give your pet a way to leave the room freely
• Never leave a burning candle unattended with pets nearby
• Start with short burn times when introducing a new scent
• Watch for signs of sensitivity — sneezing, watery eyes, or leaving the room
• Avoid diffusers and incense around cats and birds

Learn More: Our Pet-Safety Article Series

We've written a complete guide to candle and fragrance safety for pet owners. Explore the full series:

• Are Candles Safe for Pets? A Complete Guide
• Best Pet Safe Candle Scents for Dogs, Cats & Birds
• How to Make Your Home Smell Good With Pets
• Is Lavender Safe for Cats and Dogs?
• Is Eucalyptus Safe for Pets?
• Is Peppermint Safe for Cats?
• Is Rosemary Safe for Pets?
• Is Palo Santo Safe for Dogs?
• Is Cinnamon Safe for Cats?
• Is Eucalyptus Safe for Birds?
• Is Vanilla Safe for Dogs?

All You Me & Emilio candles are hand-poured in small batches in Dallas, Texas. Made with love — for you and your pets.