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Does your dog smell “ripe” in between baths? Other than bathing our pups nearly every day, how can we eliminate their offending odor? Use a scented or unscented dog odor eliminator. The best pet odor neutralizer can even double as neutralizers for floors, furniture and carpets.
Even though these odor neutralizers can help, they still don’t replace the need for regular bathing. Our dog bathing tips will help you keep your pup’s odor to a minimum.
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Top 3 Pet Odor Neutralizers
Aromatherapy Freshening & Shining Spray For Pets Review
This Aromatherapy Freshening Spray will not only remove that odor from your dog’s coat, but this all-natural dog odor spray also has aromatherapy benefits. Among the list of ingredients is lavender oil which fights against bacteria, chamomile oil which is good for dogs with eczema, and aloe vera which is an anti-inflammatory agent and soothes irritated skin.
This spray has a relaxing scent and is cruelty-free, which are reasons why it’s our pick for the best pet odor eliminator.
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Paw Choice Dry Dog Shampoo Review
Unlike our #1 pick, this Paw Choice Dry Dog Shampoo is a pomegranate, mango-scented foam mousse that you massage into your dog’s coat and let air dry. There is no water required, but it does require a little more work than the typical spray bottle.
However, pet parents are pleased with the performance of this mousse. Paw Choice claims that this mousse is better than a spray or cologne because it eliminates the odor and doesn’t just mask it.
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Sofee & Co. Dog Deodorizing Spray Review
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This non-toxic deodorizing spray is another good option to consider for use on pets, their bedding, furniture and carpets. It has a white pear scent that’s pleasing but not overpowering.
Sofee & Co. spray is made from all-natural ingredients, with no parabens, sulfates, mineral oils, phthalates or artificial dyes. And it’s safe for every-day use.
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Other Pet Odor Neutralizer Reviews
We reviewed some other pet odor eliminator products that didn’t make our top 3 list but are popular among consumers.
FURminator deOdorizing Waterless Dog Spray Review
This waterless dog spray will keep your pup smelling good in between baths. It can be used for both cats and dogs and is made in the United States. The biggest complaint is that this spray is not scent-free.
Some customers liken this spray to Febreze — it masks the odor with another scent (but please don’t put Fabreze directly on your pet). And similar to Febreze, it isn’t a long-term solution, only temporary.
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Oxyfresh Pet Deodorizer Review
This vet-recommended odor neutralizer is a great option if you’re looking for a spray with no harsh scent. Oxyfresh does a good job of eliminating odors rather than just masking them. It even proves effective on cat urine and litter boxes.
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What Makes Dogs Smell So Bad?
Now that you have a way to cover up their smell with a pet deodorizer, ever wondered why the infamous “wet dog smell” is so strong? This video explains why yeast and bacteria cause this raunchy smell.
How Do I Keep My Home Smelling Fresh?
Is your pup prone to peeing where they shouldn’t? Tired of your house stinking? Before you can treat the pee odor, you’ll need to know exactly where it is. The best way to clearly identify the entire stain is to use a UV flashlight. Then you can remove all traces of the pee. Check out our article on how to get dog pee out of carpet.
Do you have any tricks on how to get rid of your dog’s stench?
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We bought the Aromatherapy Freshening Spray for our dog after I wrote this article and love it! It’s great for in between bath time or for those days that she smells a little. This spray smells great and gets rid of any odor. I’m not sure if it really calms her or not, I haven’t really paid attention to that, but she doesn’t seem to mind being sprayed with it.
I am a dog sitter for a pup a few times a week regularly and I’ve noticed that even long after the dog is gone I still smell its scent. I’ve tried regular air freshers like Fabreeze but still no luck getting it to go away. I’m desperate for anything!