ANY dog owner knows that with the cold autumn and winter weather comes plenty of walks with your furry friend in the rain.
Although it’s important to still make sure your pooch is getting plenty of exercise during the colder months, rain and dogs don’t mix very well.
The wet weather for furry dogs doesn’t always mix[/caption]
Wet dog smell can be tricky to banish from your home in a hurry[/caption]
That’s what one woman has discovered after she realised her entire house has began to smell like “damp dog” after a few drizzly walks.
Taking to the popular Facebook group Mrs Hinch Cleaning Tips, the dog lover asked for some tips getting rid of the grim smell.
“It’s awful now the weather has turned,” she said.
Failing washing your dog every time they come back in from a walk, some pet owners had a cheap and cheerful hack.
Although some suggested reed diffusers and scented candles worked wonders, others insisted on a cheaper alternative.
“Zoflora pet spray works for me,” one commented on the post.
The Zoflora Mountain Air Disinfectant Trigger Spray is specifically designed for homes with pets, so can target those horrid damp smells.
The best part is you can pick up a huge 800ml bottle from most supermarkets for as little as £3 – so it won’t break the bank either.
Better yet, it’s currently available for just £2.50 on Amazon.
“I use Zoflora spray and don’t have any issues,” someone else commented on the post.
And a third agreed: “Me too, I use it all year round.”
If you’re still struggling with damp dog smell, there are some other tricks you can try out too – and don’t worry, you won’t need to go out and spend a fortune on fancy perfumes or cleaning products.
With this hack, all you’ll need to do is spend 32p – yes, you heard that correctly.
another annoyed dog owner took to Mumsnet to reveal that she is fed up with the smelly odour her dog leaves behind.
She said: “The dog herself doesn’t smell, she’s a greyhound so not loads of damp/wet fur at all.
“She’s bathed frequently. Had a good bath only 2 days ago with Aloe Vera dog shampoo and smells nice.
“Is there anything else I can use to disguise the smell which doesn’t involve shampooing the carpet?”
Cleaning fans were quick to respond with their simple hacks for getting rid of such smells, with many sharing the 32p item dog owners can use to stop their house from smelling like a wet dog.
One woman said: “A tip I got from the Good Housekeeping threads was to put vinegar around the house, in pots, to neutralise the airborne pong you can get.”
Seconding this tip, another user added: “For airborne smells, try putting bowls of white vinegar in the offending rooms.
“I use ramekins and put them in the corner of window sills behind the curtains.
“It’s amazing at freshening the air without using chemical smelling cover ups.”
While a third user said: “I think the vinegar as a room freshener is amazing!
“I’ll be interested to hear what others think when they have tried it.”
Dog Owner Guide: All You Need To Know
Owning and keeping a dog happy and healthy is not only a long-term financial, but a lifetime commitment.
Nine facts you should know ahead of time:
- Why do dogs lick you?
- Is it legal to let my dog off its lead?
- Why do dogs sneeze when they play?
- Can I be fined for letting my dog hang out the car window?
- Will my dog be put down for attacking a human?
- What are the most dangerous dog breeds?
- When is it too hot to walk your dog?
- When is it too cold to walk your dog?
- How to stop a dog barking?
