Growing up we had always had dogs and kept their dog beds in the entryway of our house. Even if the dogs were clean, somehow those dog beds would cause the whole room to smell like dog. People coming in were greeted with an onset of dog smell and was something my mom was always self-conscious about (I was more of a “Who wouldn’t want to be greeted by the smell of a dog?” kinda person).
Since purchasing our first home, I’ve known what it means to be self-conscious about your house. Even though we don’t have any pets (cough, cough, Lee when can we get a dog?), I can definitely relate to my mom’s fear that we would be known as the house that smelled like dog.
No one wants to be known as having the house that smells like an animal (yes, cat houses can have a very definite smell as well). That’s why we are harnessing the deodorizing power of Ginger Essential Oil along with our Peace and Quiet Blend to create the best Dog Deodorizing Spray.
What I Love About This Recipe
- The peace of mind pet owners can have that their homes smell fresh.
- It’s portable size making it easy to bring it wherever your pet goes.
- Ginger Essential Oil’s ability to counteract strong odors.
- Peace and Quiet Blend adding a calming atmosphere to any room.
What’s in the Dog Deodorizing Spray Recipe?
Ginger Essential Oil
Ginger Essential Oil is a warming and relieving essential oil! It has the aroma of a sharp green scent with peppery and lemony undertones.
Peace and Quiet Essential Oil Blend
Peace and Quiet Essential Oil Blend is a combination of Sweet Orange, Frankincense, Cedarwood, & Lime essential oils. Its purpose is to calm and relax those who use this blend.
Distilled Water
Distilled Water is used in this recipe. If you don’t have distilled water, you can use regular water, but the recipe will not last as long.
Spray Bottle
A 2 oz Spray Bottle is used in this recipe. It is the perfect little size to keep in a cupboard and will give you the benefits you need from it!
Things to Remember When Using This Recipe
Start slowly when introducing essential oils to your pet. Let them smell the combination of oils before using this recipe. If your pet reacts negatively, using it could cause them emotional discomfort
Cats may not like our Peace and Quiet Blend, so use caution when trying this recipe near them or replace it with Juniper Berry or Citronella Essential Oils. For using essential oils with cats check out this blogpost.
Using this spray in areas like a closed litter box may be overwhelming to your pet. For using essential oils with dogs Check out this blogpost.
Never ingest any essential oil, even if it’s generally regarded as safe. For more information on why we don’t ingest essential oils, check out this blog post.
“These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.”
Dog Deodorizing Spray Recipe
How to Make a Natural Dog Deodorizing Spray
Ingredients
10 drops Ginger Essential Oil
20 drops Peace and Quiet Essential Oil Blend
2 oz Distilled Water
2 oz Spray Bottle
Directions
- In a 2-ounce spray bottle, add 10 drops of Ginger Essential Oil.
- Next, add 20 drops of Peace and Quiet Essential Oil Blend.
- Fill it up with distilled water.
- And give it a shake to mix them all together!
- To use, shake bottle then spray to refresh a room, pet bed, or other surfaces that tend to get stinky.
Kick Odor Out the Door!
Have a home smell like its supposed to rather than pet odor with this amazing homemade dog deodorizing spray! Let us know what you think about this recipe by commenting below or connecting with us on social media @fromsimplyearth!
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