Animal Odor...How Do We Get Rid Of It?

So we all have pet odor in our homes.  We can't get around it because we have pets.  The question is how do we keep our homes smelling nice with our furry friends?  Well there are a number of ways and one of which is to vaccum with baking soda.  I know that sounds strange but if you think about it baking soda is made to absorb odors.  People put boxes in their refrigerators and freezers for odor control.  There are those who use it in litter boxes (I have actually done this) for extra odor control and it really works.  Of course regular baths with oatmeal or scented shampoos help keep the odor down as do regular brushings. 

The less carpet in your house the better because fabrics hold odor as everyone knows.  Rugs are better because those are easier to be cleaned than entire rooms of carpet.

Now, there are always the commercial products such as candles which can be a little dangerous when it comes to animals, especially if you have cats.  One of my former roommates had a cat that would litterally back up to the candle and set herself on fire.  A few trips to the emergency vet can only be explained away so many times. 

Another option is scented wax in warmers.  This is available through various box stores such as Walmart.  These warmers come in various sizes and colors.  The scents available just depend on the store.

Another option is through a company called Scentsy.  Their scents tend to last longer than the box store waxes.  Yes, this is a selfish promotion as I do sell Scentsy products but I will tell you I have tried both box store products and Scentsy does last longer.  I do get the waxes from Walmart in a pinch though.

One thing about this whole topic is, though, your dog or cat or whatever pet will never smell like a rose.  He/she will always smell like whatever pet you have so if you want to try to minimize this in your home just try the tips I've given you today.

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