Wet dog smell is real. These products get rid of it
A rainy spring means dealing with that “wet dog” smell. It’s not a pleasant odor, so naturally, many pet parents do their best to try and get rid of it with odor eliminators and pet stain and odor removers. Unfortunately, these smells (and other inevitable pet-related odors and stains) can be notoriously tricky to remove — that is, unless you’re using the right products.
GET RID OF WET DOG SMELL WITH DEODORIZERS, PERFUMES AND SHAMPOOS
Frequent upkeep is the most effective way to banish wet dog smell. Groom your dog often, either at the groomer’s or in your own bathtub. For this, dog cleansers, shampoos and even doggie perfumes can come in handy. If the smell is lingering around the house, use a natural remedy that targets carpets or upholstery. You can place boxes of baking soda throughout the house, or even sprinkle it on the rug. Leave it overnight so the baking soda really settles into the fibers, then vacuum it up the next day. Pet odor and stain eliminators, shampoos, cleansers and even dog-friendly fragrances can also get rid of wet dog smell.
BEST PET ODOR AND STAIN ELIMINATORS
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Air and Fabric Odor Eliminator Spray:
With notes of vanilla, tonka, pineapple, pear, jasmine and gardenia, this aerosol spray eliminates stink in just two to four spritzes. It is not meant to be sprayed directly onto your pet, but can be sprayed onto household surfaces to remove any smell that’s left behind. A
Company of Animals Pet Head Dog Deodorizer Spray:
Formulated for dogs with sensitive skin, this grooming spray is made with hypoallergenic coconut for a pleasant tropical scent that gives off a hint of vanilla. Other ingredients include oatmeal, marula oil and aloe vera. To use, spray onto fur, brush out and towel-dry your dog. It’s also pH balanced, so you don’t have to worry about altering your dog’s natural pH.
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Arm & Hammer Odor Blasters In-Wash Scent Booster:
With a 4.7-star rating and over 10,000 perfect ratings on Amazon, this odor blaster can be used in the washing machine to treat lingering wet dog smell on clothes, rugs and blankets. It’s safe for all colors, compatible with HE machines and also works on other gross scents like sweat, body odor and
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Dedcool Pet Fragrance 01 “Taunt”:
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Both nontoxic and vegan, this is a deodorizing dog perfume that also restores pets’ coats in between baths. It gives off scents of bergamot, fresh dew, floral and cassis, with subtle notes of vanilla and amber. You can spray it directly onto your pet’s coat, whether it’s wet or dry.
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Odor Eliminator:
This pet odor eliminator gives off a citrusy smell. It can be used for all kinds of pet smells and works well on carpet. It can even remove the smell of pet urine or waste. It’s also suitable for use on tile, upholstery, garbage cans and car interiors. While it’s not meant to be sprayed directly onto pets, it can help remove the odor pets leave behind.
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The Spruce Waterless Pet Wash:
Ideal for daily pet care, this waterless pet wash works well on both dogs and cats. It cleans and conditions using a dry formula of oatmeal and has a mango scent. It’s made in the USA and is cruelty-free and Leaping Bunny-certified. It is made without caustics, dyes, synthetic fragrances, parabens, phthalates, chlorine, formaldehyde, triclosan or phosphates, and it doesn’t upset your pet’s natural pH.
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Fresh Wave Odor Removing Gel:
This plant-based odor eliminator is made from lime, pine needle, clove, anise and cedarwood. It works by evaporating into the air, where it can absorb foul scents. It comes in a pack of three 7-ounce containers, and one container lasts anywhere from 15 to 30 days. In addition to pet smells, it can also absorb garbage or cooking odors.
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Cleanser: This pet-friendly plant-based shampoo cleanses dogs’ fur. The formula, designed by Australian veterinarian Lisa Chimes, is biodegradable and vegan, and the aluminum bottle is recyclable. Not only is it good for the planet, it’s good for dogs, too. You’ll know it’s time to bathe your dog when your nose picks up that wet dog smell.
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Hamilton Beach TrueAir Room Air Freshener Odor Eliminator:
Three carbon filters and a “green mountain” scent absorb petrelated odors, as well as bathroom, garbage and tobacco odors from your home. This air purifier traps and neutralizes odors in as big as a 10by-10-foot room. Once the smelly odors are neutralized, the filters push it back into the air, now clean and smelling fresh.