Stinky Dog? 5 Home Remedies That Actually Work

Sometimes, no matter how often we wash our dogs, they still have this smell that never goes away. When this happens, try one of these 5 home remedies by Veterinary Secrets. These simple solutions and tricks can make them smell fresh again!

Dog odors can cause your carpets, bedding, and sofas to smell. Do not mask those awful smells with colognes, perfumes, or air spray, as they can be bad for your pets.

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There are a lot of reasons why dogs smell. It could be due to infections, allergies, dental problems, and a lot more. Going to a veterinarian is probably the best option, but if you are looking for home remedies, try these 5 tips. Watch the video below for a full explanation.

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Smelly Dog Hygiene Tips

1 – Selenium sulfide 2.5% (Selsun blue)

Place your dog in the bath, and get her fairly wet first. Take two to three squirts of the selenium sulfide and rub it really well. Focus on areas where the skin folds which can be a little bit harder to get into. Those are places where yeast or bacteria really like to grow. Let it sit for 10 minutes and then rinse it off. Do it once a week.

2 – Apple cider vinegar

First method (topically) – You can make a solution. Combine 1/2 cup of ACV and  1/2 cup of water. Completely cover your dog with that mixture. Get in under the groin, into the skin folds, and under the armpits. Let it sit for 10 minutes and then rinse it off.

Second method (orally) – Your dog can also add 1 teaspoon of apple cider vinegar/40 lbs to their water. It should be given twice daily.

Third method (topically) – combine 1/2 cup of ACV and 1/2 cup of green tea. Use it as a rinse.

3 – Dog shampoo

Make a dog shampoo. Combine 1 tablespoon of castile soap, 1 cup of water, 5 drops of lavender oil, and 5 drops of mint oil.

4 – Flax oil (Essential Fatty Acids)

Give your dog flax oil 1000 mg/10lbs daily or 1 tablespoon/40lbs daily. Watch the video below for a detailed explanation.

Stinky Dog? 5 Home Remedies That Actually Work