{"id":13369,"date":"2023-01-17T13:34:51","date_gmt":"2023-01-17T13:34:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/petpedia.co\/blog\/?p=13369"},"modified":"2023-02-09T17:03:12","modified_gmt":"2023-02-09T17:03:12","slug":"how-to-make-your-dog-smell-good-without-a-bath","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/petpedia.co\/blog\/how-to-make-your-dog-smell-good-without-a-bath\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Make Your Dog Smell Good Without a Bath"},"content":{"rendered":"
Have you noticed your dog smelling weird (or weirder than usual)? Giving it a bath might seem like the obvious solution, but the truth is that there are several reasons why dogs smell and baths won\u2019t fix all of them.<\/span><\/p>\n Plus, vets say that unlike us, dogs can\u2019t hop in the shower every day as it damages their skin and coat.<\/span><\/p>\n So what can you do? How to make your dog smell good without a bath?<\/span><\/p>\n Check out the 8 solutions discussed below.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n There could be many reasons why your dog smells. He could have rolled over in something gross, suffer from an infection or gas, or even absorb some of the smell of his bed or crate. Before you start addressing the smell, you need to figure out the exact reason why your dog stinks\u2014this will make it easier to deal with the problem.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Here are the most <\/span>common reasons<\/b> why a canine might smell:<\/span><\/p>\n It should be noted that dogs release a s<\/span>mell that is distinctly theirs, helping other canines recognize them, sort of like a name tag. This smell is in the oil on their fur so it can easily accumulate and become quite intense. However, it’s debatable if the musky scent is unbearable. For many pet parents (there are about <\/span>63.4 million households in the US who have a dog<\/span><\/a>) it is merely considered part of owning a dog rather than a problem.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n If a bath is not an option, try one of the 8 tips outlined below.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Brushing your dog\u2019s fur on a regular basis has a lot of benefits.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n First off, it can help keep your dog smelling and looking clean without a bath. When brushing your dog\u2019s coat you effectively <\/span>get rid of any build-up dirt, mud, or dead hair<\/b> that might be contributing to your pup\u2019s bad smell.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n This technique also ensures that the <\/span>natural oils in their skin are distributed throughout the coat<\/b>, greatly improving the look, feel, and smell of their fur.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n What\u2019s more, regular brushing helps <\/span>untangle matted hair<\/b>, which left unattended can get mixed up with dirt, urine, and debris and start giving off an unpleasant odor.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Finally, brushing will not only help your dog smell better and ensure there’s less fur all over your stuff, but it’s also a <\/span>great way to bond with your dog<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n Depends on the type of dog you have. Long and medium-hair dogs, such as German Shepherds and Maltese, need to be brushed a few times a day. Short-coated dogs, on the other hand, can be brushed once or twice a week.<\/span><\/p>\n In addition to maintaining their coat when dry, you should give your dog a good brush when their fur is wet\u2014dirty or soggy fur can lead to a yeast infection and an even worse smell.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nWhy Does My Dog Smell so Bad?\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n
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How to Make a Dog Smell Better Naturally?<\/span><\/h2>\n
1. Regularly brush your dog\u2019s fur\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n
How often should you brush your dog?<\/span><\/h4>\n