How to Use a Home Product to Make Your Dog Smell Good

You probably have everything you need in the kitchen cabinet to make your dog smell fresh and clean. Start with a bath if the dog is dirty, but if it's just sporting a nasty odor, there are simple ways to neutralize it.

Things You'll Need

  • White or apple cider vinegar
  • Water
  • Almond oil
  • Aloe
  • Citrus extract
  • Spray bottle
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Instructions

    • 1

      Combine a solution of white vinegar or apple cider vinegar in equal parts with water. For a scented dog deodorizer, separately combine 1 tbsp. olive oil, 3 tbsp. aloe and about eight drops of any citrus extract. You may substitute almond oil for olive oil.

    • 2

      Sponge the vinegar solution liberally on the dog's coat and let it dry. This will eliminate most odors.

    • 3
      Enjoy your dog and keep it smelling good.

      Pour the oil, aloe and citrus extract mixture into a spray bottle and mist the dog's coat. This formula also moisturizes the coat and can be used following the vinegar rinse or alone.

    • 4

      Brush the mixture through the dog's coat and let it dry.