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Dog Odor
Dog odor is one thing that many of us want to get rid of but don't know how. There is an array of doggie shampoos, air fresheners, and sprays on the market to help us make a stinky dog smell nice. However, if the odor is coming from the "inside" (i.e. from within the dog), it doesn't matter how much perfume and spray we put on our dogs! The odor will not go away. Dog Odor - Coming from Within If your dog smells bad and the odor is coming from within, it is an indication that the dog may be suffering from certain chronic disease. Care has to be taken to find out the underlying cause and, if you are unable to do so, a trip to your veterinarian is advisable. Here are just a few possible problems that cause dog odor: Bad breath (Dog Halitosis) Very often, the dog odor comes from the dog's breath! Go to our page on bad breath in dogs for more information. Ear infections Ears infected by bacteria can cause discharge with offensive odor; so remember to check out those ears! Go to our page on dog ear infections for more information. Flatulence Sometimes the dog odor comes from the rear end of our pet! Yes - I am talking about "gas". Dog flatulence can be so smelly that it can knock you out. Visit our page on flatulence in dogs to find out the causes and how to use natural remedies to control this gassy problem. Anal gland problems Anal gland problems, such as impacted anal glands or anal gland abscess, are rather common in dogs. When your dog has one of these problems, you will definitely notice a distinct, powerful odor coming from his rear end. For more information on this not-so-aromatic topic, please visit our page on dog anal glands. TopDog Odor - from the OutsideOf course, there is always the possibility that the dog odor comes from the "outside". For example, your dog might have been sprayed by a skunk, or she might have rolled in something smelly. My dog, Hana, for some reason, loves rolling on dead bugs and seaweed! Come to think of it, she loves rolling in things that are not too pleasant to our nose!If your dog has been skunked, try the following ways to neutralize the skunk odor. To neutralize Skunk Odor Tomato juice or tomato paste is the most handy and easy-to-use "weapon" to neutralize skunk odor.
If the tomato juice treatment cannot neutralize the skunk odor completely, it's time to do it "the chemist way".
Some people have reported success in neutralizing skunk odor by first using the tomato juice, followed by the hydrogen peroxide/baking soda bubbly mix. TopDog Odor - Essential Oil to the Rescue
If you have a dog who likes rolling in smelly stuff, regular showers are called for to help remove the stink. You may also consider adding some essential oils to the shampoo to help your dog smell good. Here are some suggestions:Aroma Shampoo #1 To 8 oz of all natural shampoo, add:
These oils not only make your dog smell nice, but can also repel fleas and other annoying bugs. Aroma Shampoo #2 To 8 oz of all natural shampoo, add:
These oils have soothing and calming effects and are good for relieving itching from skin allergies. Aroma Spray On a damp, rainy day, the "doggie smell" from our four-legged friends may be more profound than ever. Use this spray to get rid of that smell: To a 1-oz spray bottle, add:
Cover your dog's face and eyes with one hand and spray directly on your dog's body. You can even spray your room with this blend. This is refreshing and the antibacterial properties of lavender and eucalyptus will sanitize your room as well! To recap: When it comes to dog odor, don't just think that it is normal and that all dogs have some sort of "doggie smell". Healthy dogs do not smell bad. If you notice a strange or unusual odor coming especially from the inside of your dog, take her to a vet for a check-up.
D. Hamilton, Homeopathic Care for Cats and Dogs (North Atlantic Books, 1999).
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