5 WAYS TO MAKE YOUR DOG SMELL BETTER
Some quick and easy tips to get rid of that doggy odour, with these 5 ways to make your dog smell better, thanks to pet writer Sandie Lee…
We love dogs to pieces, but sometimes, they STINK!
That “ode to doggy smell” can be overpowering, especially if your fur baby loves to roll in all manner of filth, debris, and….errr...dead stuff.
But before you move Fido permanently outdoors, let’s look at 5 ways to make your dog smell better – you can dispel that smell.
1 – The Good Old-Fashioned Bath
Depending on your dog’s habits, coat, and overall skin condition, groomers recommend bathing a dog once-a-month. However, if your pooch requires more bath time, use a gentle shampoo made just for the canine species to help keep the skin and coat in optimal condition.
To ensure you’re getting the most out of this big job follow these helpful hints;
- Brush your dog before bathing as any mats will hold onto dirt, debris, and water. All of which can lead to skin irritation.
- Use lukewarm water to soak and rinse
- Reassure your dog in a calm and soothing voice
- Use a dog shampoo, lathering from the head to tail
- Rinse well
- Air dry or blow dry as needed
- Give your dog a big reward
The nice thing about bathing your dog is many products on the market will leave your dog’s coat smooth, shiny, conditioned, and smelling fine. Take a look through your pet retailer’s selection to find the one that works best for your furry companion.
2 – Doggy Wipes to the Rescue
If you need a quick fix for doggy odor (like when your mother-in-law is on her way), then use a doggy wipe. These pre-moistened, disposable clothes are similar to the ones made for infants and are perfect for spot-cleaning your pup. Wipe around those “high-smell” regions like the feet, butt, ears, and face to give Fido an instant fresh-over.
3 – Teeth, Gums, Tongue – Oh My!
Doggy breath isn’t a joke. In fact, good oral hygiene for our canine companions will not only keep his breath smelling minty clean, but it can prevent tooth decay, plaque buildup, gum disease, and even heart disease.
To give your dog a clean mouth you can brush his teeth daily using toothpaste formulated just for dogs (the human kind can be toxic) and a specially designed brush. There are also oral chews on the market today that will help reduce mouth bacteria, giving your pup a kissable face.
4 – Wash Bedding
Dogs that spend a great deal of time outdoors can get stinky faster than their couch-potato counterparts. Once they come indoors, all that stench comes with them, permeating their bedding. For this reason, it’s advisable to wash any blankets, pillows, and even toys to keep Fido’s area from becoming the corner-of-reak. If your dog has a habit of sleeping on the sofa or carpet, try using a fabric refresher such as Febreze to refresh.
5 – Inside Out Protection
The old saying, “garbage in, garbage out” definitely applies when it comes to having a stinky dog. When we feed our pets a low-quality diet, it tends to…well…backfire on us. Not to mention his coat will be lacking in quality, and he may end up being overweight.
Avoid this problem by reading the side of the dog food bag to ensure the first ingredients are identified meat sources, followed by veggies, fruits, vitamins, and minerals. Your pooch will be healthier and happier for it.
There’s no need to have a stinky dog. Give him regular baths, use doggy wipes in a pinch, take care of his oral health, wash his bedding and feed him a good quality dog kibble. All these combined will keep your dog smelling good and ready to take on the world (or maybe just your mother-in-law).
About the author:
Sandie Lee has been writing for 26 plus years and loves to help educate pet parents in a fun and engaging manner. She is currently a regular contributor for ThePetGod.com when she’s not pet-parenting her three fun rescue felines.
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