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What to do if your house smells like dog: tips on how to eliminate the smell
02.01.2024 19:10
We love dogs and try to create the best conditions for them at home, treating them as full members of the family.
A dog can be trained not to chew shoes or dirty the interior. But there is another situation that causes much more trouble for the owners of animals.
It's a specific smell in the house. In many houses, right at the entrance, you can smell that a dog lives there.
Dogs smell differently. The smell depends on many factors, such as the length and type of fur, the dog's illness and age, and even the pet's reluctance to wash.
It can be especially noticeable if the room has carpets, curtains, or even a bed that inevitably smells like dog. What to do if your house smells like dog?
Take care of healthy skin and coat
If your pet smells bad, you need to look at its skin, muzzle and ears. It is possible that a problem has arisen in the form of illness or allergies.
If purulent pustules, strange ulcers and rashes appear on the skin, you should contact a veterinarian. The specialist will determine the cause and, if necessary, provide appropriate treatment. Bad odor from a dog can also be a consequence of improper nutrition of the pet.
Take care of your dog's hygiene
If your pet smells suspicious (dogs love to roll around in trash), you need to give it a bath.
For this, use a suitable shampoo. Do not get carried away with bathing, because the dog's skin creates its own protective layer. Shampoo also removes it.
Clean the bed
A dog bed can also be the source of a strange smell that can irritate guests. The bedding should be washed from time to time or replaced if it looks unpresentable.
Avoid strong-smelling detergents. If your dog likes to lie on a chair or sofa, you can cover the piece of furniture with a blanket, which can be washed in the washing machine if necessary.
Have a dog odor neutralizer on hand
The unpleasant smell of wool on the bed or elsewhere can be eliminated with the help of special odor neutralizers. Their use is a temporary measure.
They can only mask the unpleasant smell. If your puppy has peed on the carpet and there is no special product at hand, soda will help neutralize the smell. It should be sprinkled in the unpleasant smelling area and, after waiting at least 20-30 minutes, vacuumed.
Buy a good vacuum cleaner
Most dogs shed and their fur can be found in different parts of the house. In such a situation, regular cleaning is a must.
It is worth buying a vacuum cleaner that will cope well with the problem thanks to a special hair brush. It is good that it also has a HEPA filter.
Get yourself an air purifier
This is a useful equipment that removes not only harmful dust or allergens, but also unpleasant odors.
Also, don’t forget to wash the curtains and drapes, and if necessary, the carpet, which “love” to catch odors from the room.
Using a mild air freshener or natural essential oil will provide a pleasant scent that lasts for a long time.
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