Perfumes For Dogs. Against Or In Favor?

Opinions regarding the use of perfumes on our dogs are very varied. In some cases, specialists claim that there is no risk to the animal. According to others, however, it is not a good idea to buy them since the animal should smell like dog.

Perfumes for dogs have been on the market for about twenty years now. They are products born from that process of “humanization” that tries to make domestic dogs more and more similar to their owners.

The prices of perfumes for dogs vary according to the quantity and the brand. The most common bottles among dog owners have a capacity of 150 ml, with a cost between 15 and 18 euros.

Alcohol-free perfumes for dogs

Dog perfumes usually do not contain alcohol, thus preventing the pet’s skin from drying out. The absence of alcohol also protects the animal from the risk of contracting allergies.

Perfumes for dogs contain aromas similar to perfumes for humans, and are rich in deodorant properties. If it is used moderately, the risks to their health will be practically nil. However, if they are used excessively, they can lead to the appearance of some diseases. Let’s not forget that perfume is not a necessity for the dog, rather a whim for those owners who want their pet to smell good.

Correct application

Pet perfumes are applied in a simple way, avoiding contact with the dog’s face, eyes or genitals, as well as areas without hair. To use the perfume in the most correct way, it is good to apply it after bathing it, so as to make its fur clean and make the effects of the fragrance more lasting. Remember, don’t use it on a daily basis.

Tips to prevent your dog from smelling bad

• The bathroom. The dog should be bathed once a month or once a week, depending on age, breed and size. Using a specific shampoo will increase the effectiveness of the bath. Another option is to use a scented shampoo, to make it give off a pleasant smell without having to resort to using perfumes.
• When you take your four-legged friend for a walk in the rain, the wet fur will accentuate the bad smell. For this reason, once you return home, it is good to dry your pet thoroughly, so as to make the unpleasant smell disappear.
• The ears and mouth are two areas that are very susceptible to bad smell if they are not cleaned well. If they are dirty and emit a bad smell, you will have to pay attention to the presence of some point of infection, fungi or any alteration of the skin which in turn causes bad smell.

Homemade pet fragrances

There are many dog ​​perfume recipes that can be made at home, with natural methods and ensuring greater safety for your pet. Among the ingredients and elements that you will have to use we find hot water, a spray for the application, vanilla extracts, a little essence of lavender, coconut oil etc.

The use of eau de toilette for dogs with fruity fragrances, specially created for them, combined with a nice bath will give your puppy a fresh and intense smell, as well as offering a very pleasant deodorant effect, in full respect of the skin and olfactory properties of your pet, given the total absence of alcohol.

The drawbacks

People opposed to the use of perfumes on animals have several reasons to advise against using these products on dogs:

• The strong smell of the perfume can alter the mood of the dog. It is not pleasant for them to smell that strong.
• The sense of smell of our four-legged friends is highly developed, and may not be as effective in the presence of a strong smell as that of a perfume.

• The sensation that the animal will feel in the presence of this annoying smell, can lead it to develop unhygienic behaviors, such as rolling around in the garden, in the earth, etc.
• An aggressive scent can also cause irritation to our friend’s skin, and even dermatitis problems.

• The lingering smell of perfume can affect the relationship between your puppy and other dogs. The latter, in fact, will perceive something strange in approaching him, and will even have difficulty in understanding whether it is a male or a female.