Hey there, dog owner! It’s time to talk about the odors in your secretly stinky home.
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Noseblindness is a real thing — it’s the reason you can’t smell your own house (unless you’ve been away on vacation for a while). The scientific reason has to do with your nose and brain working together to determine whether the smell is a threat. If it’s not, the smell receptors get shut off, which is why a particularly pungent odor doesn’t seem as bad after a few minutes of exposure.
Basically, you might be living with unpleasant dog odors and not even realize they’re an issue. And that’s one thing, but what about when you have company? Rather than masking dog odors with chemical-laden air fresheners that wear off in a few minutes, try some of these effortless tips to keep your home smelling fantastic even if you have a dog (or three).
1. Schedule regular grooming appointments
Get your little beauty groomed regularly. | Tailex/Getty Images
The single best way to keep your canine best friend smelling fresh as a daisy is to keep up with regular baths and grooming. Dogs don’t sweat the same way people do, but they do have distinct odors that come from glands in their ears and hair follicles. These smells are completely normal and healthy, but to keep them from becoming overwhelming, regular baths can help.
2. Don’t forget oral hygiene
Dental health matters for dogs, too. | HannamariaH/Getty Images
You might think unpleasant dog odor comes from their fur — but you’d only be half right. Dental infections are common in dogs, and proper oral care and prevention are just as important for Fido as they are for you. Schedule regular vet visits to ensure proper tooth and gum health. In between those trips, try brushing your dog’s teeth regularly and feeding him dental chews made specifically to get rid of tartar and plaque.
3. Feed your dog a healthy diet
High quality food leads to better doggy breath. | Damedeeso/Getty Images
Intestinal discomfort is just as prevalent in dogs as it is in people. To help keep things running smoothly and minimize bad breath caused by noxious doggy belches, try feeding him a high-quality dog food that’s rich in protein and healthy fat. Be wary of feeding your dog table scraps, and avoid it whenever possible.
4. Clean his ears
Get rid of wax buildup to prevent bacteria. | Capuski/Getty images
One surprising source of dog odor? His ears. A dog’s ears contain scent glands, which can gradually build up with bacteria and start to stink. To avoid this, clean his ears with a cotton ball soaked in hydrogen peroxide to remove excess wax, which can trap bacteria and mites and contribute to those unpleasant odors you’re smelling.
5. Try a little baking soda on your carpets
Baking soda naturally absorbs odors. | iStock.com/Geo-grafika
Baking soda is a cheap and natural odor neutralizer that you can safely use on furniture, carpets, and upholstery. To clean carpets, sprinkle the baking soda all over and allow it to set for at least 15 minutes. For high traffic areas, you might want to let it sit overnight, and use a clean scrub brush to distribute the baking soda. Then vacuum away the mess.
For washable items, such as curtains, add ¼ cup of apple cider vinegar and a few shakes of baking soda to your regular detergent. Then, wash as usual. It’s cheaper and just as effective as fancy odor-eliminating solutions from the pet store.
6. Wash the dog toys
Slobber-covered toys can get a little smelly. | iStock.com/Alexei_tm
Your pup’s toys might be contributing to those unexplained dog odors at home. Think about it: Saliva has a smell, and Fido has covered his favorite bone in it. A few times per month, take the time to wash all the dog toys in the sink with very hot water and mild dish soap.
7. Use essential oils
Lavender essential oil is great for dogs. | Grafvision/Getty Images
Not all essential oils are safe for dogs, but lavender oil is. And it helps make your pup smell amazing. Rub it directly onto his skin, or mist him regularly with a diluted version whenever you notice he starts to smell a little funky. You can also spray down his bed, the couch, the carpet, and other places that may suffer from that doggy smell. Just be sure you’re using high-quality, pure-grade essential oils rather than cheap imitations.
8. Bathe your dog regularly
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Regular bathing keeps your dog smelling lovely. | Fly_dragonfly/Getty Images
Although you might wait longer between professional grooming appointments, it’s important to bathe your dog at least once per month, especially if he spends lots of time outside. Abrasive shampoo ingredients might actually do more harm than good on his sensitive skin, so use a simple shampoo. Skip the overly perfumed options, as these tend to have unnecessary chemicals. In a hurry? Try rubbing him down with a regular baby wipe between baths to keep him smelling clean.
9. Invest in an air purifier
Air purifiers remove the stink from the air. | Ipopba/Getty Images
An air purifier can help just about anyone cover unpleasant odors in the air. If you have dogs, consider choosing a model that’s specially designed to remove pet smells. It should come with a HEPA filter to clean out impurities, should be strong enough to cover the entire area, and should have an air ionizer to trap airborne particles. Take a look at reviews to make your best decision.
10. Clean the carpets
Hire or rent a professional carpet cleaner. | Jarino47/Getty Images
Chances are your dog spends a fair amount of time lounging on the living room carpet while relaxing with the family. No matter how diligent you are about grooming and bathing, a certain amount of smell is healthy and normal, and those scent odors can easily get trapped in your carpet fibers.
Keep the carpet smelling fresh by vacuuming it regularly. Commit to frequent deep cleans, too, so you can loosen up trapped dirt and odor. Consider renting a heavy-duty carpet cleaner from your local home improvement store, or hire a professional to do it for you.
11. Try some enzymes
Enzymes break down the smell. | Scyther5/Getty Images
Your patterned area rug might be hiding a multitude of sins. Pet accidents happen, and you might not always realize the exact spot that they occurred. A blacklight can help illuminate the situation and help pinpoint the source of the lingering odors. For old pet messes that you missed, try a formulated enzyme cleaner that will help break down dog urine, feces, vomit, and other smelly substances.
12. Wash your pet bed
The dog bed can trap odors. | Huettenhoelscher/Getty Images
Before purchasing a pet bed, make sure it has a removable cover that you can easily wash with your weekly laundry. Your dog will spend a huge amount of time shedding skin cells and rolling around in his bed, which means frequent cleanings are a must.
13. Clean up accidents immediately
Get the accident cleaned up as quickly as you can. | TatyanaGl/Getty Images
The quicker you catch them, the easier they are to clean up. Try to take care of those inevitable pet messes right when they happen to avoid lingering odors that spread to other parts of the house.
14. Wipe off dirty paws
Keep your pup’s paws clean. | Wavebreakmedia/Getty Images
Your pup goes outside to do his business, and the dirt and debris he tracks inside might contribute to the unpleasant odors in your home. Keep a cleaning mitt right by the back door, and thoroughly clean his paws before letting him traipse through the whole house.
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15. Open the windows
Fresh air can make a world of difference. | Gpointstudio/Getty Images
Sometimes the best solutions are also the most obvious. To rid your house of pet odors, try a little bit fresh air every once in a while. Research shows consistently smelling natural scents, such as trees and grass, can even help to reduce stress levels.
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This is a list of dog fighting breeds originally developed for, or commonly used at some time in their history for dog fighting. Extinct breeds are included.
- A
- Akita Inu[1]
- American Pit Bull Terrier[2][3][4]
- American Staffordshire Terrier[2][5]
- Aryan Molossus[2][6]
- B
- Blue Paul Terrier[7] (extinct)
- Bull and terrier (extinct)[8]
- Bull Terrier[9][8]
- Bullenbeisser (extinct)
- Bully Kutta[10][11]
- C
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- Central Asian Ovcharka[12]
- Cordoba Fighting Dog[2] (extinct)
- D
- Dogo Argentino[13]
- Dogo Cubano (extinct)
- F
- Fila Brasileiro[14] (debatable)
- G
- Gull Terrier[15]
- K
- L
- N
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- Neapolitan Mastiff[2]
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- O
- Old English Bulldog (extinct)
- P
- Perro de Presa Canario (Canarian catch dog)[2][16][17][18][19][20]
- Perro de Presa España[2]
- Perro de Presa Mallorquin (Ca de Bou)[2]
- S
- Shar Pei[2][21]
- Staffordshire Bull Terrier[22][23]
- T
- Tosa[2][24][25][26]
References[edit]
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- ^John Meyrick, House dogs and sporting dogs, John Van Voorst, London, 1861, pp 31-32.
- ^ abRead, Tony (16 April 2013). The Bull Terrier in Sport And Show - History & Anecdote. Read Books Ltd. ISBN9781446546543. Retrieved 27 October 2018 – via Google Books.
- ^'Bull Terrier Dog Breed Information'. Retrieved 27 October 2018.
- ^Symonds, Tom (24 May 2016). 'Street dog fighting crackdown urged'. BBC. Retrieved 29 August 2018 – via www.bbc.co.uk.
- ^'Warning: Here comes the Superdog - Fears as British thugs use animals bred to kill lions'. Daily Star. 1 December 2013. Retrieved 29 August 2018.
- ^'Pictures reveal the bloody world of dog fighting in Kyrgyztan'. Metro. 21 October 2019. Retrieved 29 December 2019.
- ^'Dogo Argentino'. akc.org. American Kennel Club.
- ^'A Closer Look at Dogfighting'. ASPCA. Retrieved 3 September 2018.
- ^'The bloody world of dog fighting: Victory or death, there is no mercy!'. The Express Tribune . Retrieved 17 October 2018.
- ^'Killer Dog Sparks Interest in Rare Breed'. ABC News. 7 January 2006. Retrieved 29 August 2018.
- ^'Presa Demand Grows for All Wrong Reasons / Dogs wanted for killing, fighting'. San Francisco Gate. 7 February 2001. Retrieved 29 August 2018.
- ^Gracia, Manuel Curto (20 November 2012). Perro De Presa Canario: Special Rare-Breed Edition : A Comprehensive Owner's Guide. i5 Publishing. ISBN9781621870753. Retrieved 29 August 2018 – via Google Books.
- ^'Canary Island dog incident will provoke anti-dog backlash'. old.post-gazette.com. Retrieved 29 August 2018.
- ^'Canary Island dog incident will provoke anti-dog backlash'. www.post-gazette.com. Retrieved 29 August 2018.
- ^'Shar-pei Resurgence'. Chicago Tribune. Retrieved 3 September 2018.
- ^'How did the Staffordshire terrier fall in with the wrong crowd?'. Independent. 9 July 2006. Retrieved 29 August 2018.
- ^Potts, Lauren (3 September 2018). 'Are Staffies a question of class?'. BBC News. Retrieved 3 September 2018 – via www.bbc.co.uk.
- ^Crookes, Del (13 April 2016). 'A short history of the 'dangerous dog' and why certain breeds are banned - BBC Newsbeat'. Retrieved 29 August 2018.
- ^'Japan's powerful Tosa fighting dogs go for the throat in canine sumo'. Desert News. 8 October 1998. Retrieved 13 September 2018.
- ^'Silence Reigns when Japan's Tosas Fight'. Sports Illustrated. Retrieved 13 September 2018.
External links[edit]
- Dog Fighting Breeds from bulldoginformation.com
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