How to Make a Dog Deodorizer

How to Get Rid of Pet Odors With Baby Powder
Written By
Kimbry Parker
Kimbry Parker
Published: Apr 19, 2011
Updated: Nov 20, 2021
1 minute read

Pet stores sell commercial dog deodorizers, but these products are costly and often contain harsh ingredients. Make a non-toxic, homemade dog deodorizer that will make your furry friend smell good.

  1. Pour ¾ cup baking soda into a bowl. Add ¼ cup arrowroot powedr, 1 tbsp. ground lavender and 15 to 20 drops of your favorite essential oil. Good choices for essential oil are eucalyptus, tea tree, cedarwood or lavender; however, you can use any scent that smells good to you.

  2. Stir up the ingredients well with a spoon. Let the mixture sit at room temperature for a minimum of 30 minutes before applying it to your dog.

  3. Work the mixture into your dog’s coat, avoiding the face and mouth area. Leave the mixture on without rinsing.

Things You Will Need

  • ¾ cup baking soda
  • Bowl
  • ¼ cup arrowroot powder
  • 1 tbsp. ground lavender
  • 15 to 20 drops essential oil
  • Spoon

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Kimbry Parker

Kimbry Parker has been writing since 1998 and has published content on various websites. Parker has experience writing on a variety of topics such as health, parenting, home improvement and decorating. She is a graduate of Purdue…

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