Doggie Deodorizing the All Natural Way

Submitted by Anonymous on Tue 01.05.10

Doggie DeodorizingWendy Nan Rees and Kristen Hampshire, authors of the Dog Lover's Daily Companion: 365 Days of Tips, Tricks, and Techniques for Living a Rich Life with Your Dog offer this recipe for a basic doggie deodorant:

MATERIALS

2 bowls

1 cup (110 g) arrowroot flour, sifted

1 cup (110 g) cornstarch, sifted

¼ cup (18.4 g) baking soda

10 drops of tea tree oil

10 drops of sage, bergamot, grapefruit, lemongrass, or eucalyptus essential oil (from a natural foods store)

Empty shaker bottle

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Mix the dry ingredients together in a bowl.
  2. Add the oils and stir gently.
  3. Sift the mixture into another bowl.  Resift, if necessary, to distribute the oils well.
  4. Put the mixture into a jar with a shaker top.
  5. To use, shake over dog's fur and brush.

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When whipping up a batch of treats, don't forget to sew up a catnip toy or two for your kitty.  Also check out some natural litter box deodorizers recipes.   You'll be thanking yourself later for thinking ahead.  Cats can be very finicky.  You don't want Tabby to turn her back on you completely because you forgot to freshen up her litter box!   A clean kitty is a happy kitty.

Caring for your pet takes time and energy.  After treating your dog or cat to a day of luxury, spend a moment pampering you.  Draw a hot bath, light a few candles, and soak up some much needed rest and relaxation.  Play soft music in the background and reflect upon the moments that make you the happiest.  More often than not, these memories will include your four legged, feathered, and finned friends.

Pet lovers are special people.  To open up your heart and home to an animal in need is remarkable.  Nurturing, caring for, and building a relationship with a pet takes time but is certainly worth the effort.  A little TLC goes a long way.

Grab that empty shaker bottle and get busy deodorizing your doggie and freshening up after kitty.  Your pet will appreciate the gesture and show their gratitude to you by nuzzling your hand or giving you some well-deserved kisses.