How to Get Candy Out of a Dog's Fur

Toffee, chewing gum, caramel and other sticky matter can tangle and mat your dog's fur into itchy, painful clumps. Matted fur can irritate your dog's skin; however, painstakingly picking the clump apart can mean hours of frustration for you and your pet. Don't resort to shaving or clipping off the sticky patches, though. You probably already have everything you need to loosen the candy from the fur without hurting your dog or driving yourself insane.

Things You'll Need

  • Canola, olive or corn oil or peanut butter
  • Dog shampoo
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Instructions

    • 1

      Pour a liberal amount of oil or oily peanut butter onto your fingers. Work the oil through the matted fur, saturating the sticky candy.

    • 2

      Break the candy into pieces with your fingers as you go. The oil should soften the pieces and make them slippery. Gently pull the small chunks of candy out of your dog's fur.

    • 3

      Shampoo your dog's coat with your normal grooming shampoo. Wash thoroughly to remove the oil and any remaining bits of candy.