How to Use Orange Oil on a Dog's Final Rinse

The smell of essential orange oil is much more pleasant than wet dog smell. That may be why you've decided to add a final rinse of orange oil to your dog's bath, but there are other benefits to this natural deodorizer. Ecoanimal.com lists orange oil as "naturally soothing and detoxifying." Uptowncritters.com calls the oil made from orange peel, "An effective deodorizer, degreaser and fur stain remover which helps to calm and relieve common skin and itching problems associated with flea bites and other dermatitis." With a small amount of effort you can add orange oil in the final rinse of your dog's bath in order to calm, cleanse, and coddle her.

Things You'll Need

  • Towel
  • Essential orange oil
  • Spray bottle
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Instructions

    • 1

      Create spray bottle of orange oil by adding 10 drops of orange oil to a 24 oz. spray bottle of water.

    • 2

      Bathe your dog as usual and then remove her from the tub of water.

    • 3

      Towel her off to remove excess water. A slightly damp coat is ideal.

    • 4

      Spray the orange oil solution lightly over her coat. Avoid spraying around her eyes.

    • 5

      Work the diluted orange oil into her fur and skin by massaging her coat with your hands.

    • 6

      Repeat steps 4 and 5 for a stronger effect.