I am very sensitive to smells so I was worried about getting a dog and the doggie smells that come with it. However, I have a strict daily routine that keeps Clover smelling nice but doesn't dry out his coat or skin.
People who meet him say he doesnt really smell like a dog! Still has a slight animal smell, (I think clover would be upset if he smelled of just shampoo all the time) but rather smells like a clean cat! Lol
His day starts with eye specific wet wipes for eye gunk, then wet wipes for his ear 'flaps' and a cottonbud with a drop of ear cleanser for the squiggly bits! But not too deep.
If his ear smells bit I spray on a scented doggie antibacterial solution on the wipes first.
After chews, sometimes his beard might get a wet wipe to stop it matting with the sticky residue. (A lot harder to dematt later)
He also has drinking water additive to prevent plaque, Plaque-Off in his food and his teeth are brushed every night before bed.
After muddy walks I wash his feet only, and drying him really well after baths help too. (Use a hairdrier if necessary)
He only gets a bath if he's been out in the rain or rolls in fox poo - about couple of times a month usually.
Also, a really sunny day is good at getting rid of smells too. The sun kills off some of the bacteria that makes things smell.
(If you have tupperwear you can't get some funky smell out of, leave it in direct sunlight for half a day. Trust me it works!)
I know it sounds like a lot of work but it works and I think its worth it!
I hope this helps! |