How To Get Your House To Not Smell Like Your Pets
- January 24, 2016
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We all love our animals, however pet ownership can come with some unique challenges. One in particular is keeping your home smelling clean and fresh – and not like a barnyard! Whether your pets may soil the house or have an extra stinky coat, there is a simple method you can take to reduce and even eliminate pet odour.
Stock up on bi-carb soda. A natural odour absorber, bi-carb soda is man’s new best friend – for removing pet odours anyway! Not only can it be used as a natural air freshener (just leave an open box on the kitchen bench), it can also remove odours from fabrics, furniture and even inside littler boxes.
For problem areas such as the couch or carpet, simply sprinkle a little fresh bi-carb soda in an inconspicuous area of your furniture or room and then vacuum or wipe clean. For animal urine, soak up the damp area as soon as possible and then sprinkle bi-carb soda over the area. Allow to dry and then pat area gently with a clean towel. Vacuum the remainder once the area has completely dried. Bi-carb soda can also be added to litter trays. Simply sprinkle a layer of bi-carb soda in the box before adding littler, and then add another layer on top of the littler. This should further help absorb and defuse any additional odour.
Three Simple Ways Apple Cider Vinegar Can Help Your Dog
- January 12, 2016
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For years people have used vinegar as a health treatment and household cleaning agent. But did you know it can be used to help our fur friends too! Keep reading to find out three simple ways apple cider vinegar can help your dog.
Method One: Washing Your Dog With Apple Cider Vinegar
After bathing your dog, brush the vinegar through their coat. It will improve the shine of your dog’s coat, act as a deodorant and help prevent dry skin and itchiness. Please note, don’t use if your dog’s skin is dry, broken, or otherwise irritated.
Method Two: Cleaning Your Dogs Ears With Apple Cider Vinegar
The antibacterial properties of apple cider vinegar make it ideal to clean out a dog’s ears. It will help prevent infection and ward off parasites that are susceptible to the acid in apple cider vinegar. Soak a cotton ball or piece of clean cloth in the vinegar and gently wipe your dog’s ears.
Method Three: Treating Your Dog With Apple Cider Vinegar
Putting apple cider vinegar in your dog’s water twice a week will help to improve their general health. Apple cider vinegar helps to keep the skin and fur healthy as well as helps keep fleas away. To feed your dog apple cider vinegar, just add a teaspoon to their water dish twice a week.