Dog Spray Frequently Asked Questions (2024)

FAQs

Does dog spray actually work? ›

Does Dog Spray Actually Work? Yes, SABRE's Protector Dog Sprays are formulated to be safer for you, your dog, and an attacking dog. It's designed for short-term effects that can deter the aggressive dog from attacking while also allowing the opportunity for you and your pet to get to safety or call for help.

While dogs seem immune to bad smells, there are plenty of scents that most dogs tend to hate. These smells, like citrus and vinegar, are known for being strong and overpowering. Pungent odors can overwhelm your dog's strong sense of smell, which leads to your dog avoiding areas where the smell is present.

Homemade dog repellents can include natural ingredients like citrus, cayenne peppers, vinegar, mustard oil and coffee grounds, each disliked by dogs for their strong smells or tastes.

White vinegar is not safe for dogs as compared to ACV. Add a lot of water if you use white vinegar. Apple cider vinegar is a better choice. It is safe to talk to your vet first.

Thornell Koe Kennel Odor Eliminator

It can be used for cleaning litter boxes, pet laundry, artificial grass, concrete, kennels and cages. There's no need to rinse after use, and it's safe enough to actually use on your pet between baths. Many pet lovers use it in a spray bottle to deodorize furniture and rugs.

As a side note, Pepper Spray is very effective against highly aggressive dog breeds such as Pit-bulls. I had the unfortunate need to spray a Pit-bull attacking my cattle-dog a few months ago. The Pit immediately stopped it's attack and ran around the entire school yard rubbing it's face in the grass.

Bad Smells to Steer Clear From

Your pooch will hate the smell of mothballs, alcohol, cleaning products and nail polish! However, we do not recommend the use of these as a deterrent, as they are toxic and harmful for your pet. Steer clear of these stinky products when your dog is around!

Citronella & Pepper Sprays: Effective and Humane Repellents

In sudden encounters with aggressive dogs, citronella and pepper sprays are invaluable. These sprays cause temporary irritation to the dog's eyes and vision, providing a window of escape or control.

Available in both granules and sprays, Critter Ridder works as a dog repellent because it gives off a smell of black pepper, which canines find offensive. Havahart also offers Cat & Dog Granular Animal Repellent. One major selling point of this product is that it is supposed to be long-lasting (up to 60 days).

Apple cider vinegar can help prevent body odor and relieve itchy skin. When used in water or even a spray bottle, apple cider vinegar can also help to repel fleas.

What smell keeps flies away from dogs? ›

Common ingredients in these repellents include tea tree oil, citronella, geranium oil, limonene, and garlic oil—all which are toxic to dogs. However, oils such as neem, peppermint, lemongrass, and cedarwood are typically considered safe.

Punishment does not teach your dog (or cat) what to do instead of scratch furniture, bark, dig, etc. Squirting your dog with a water bottle may stop the behavior temporarily. However, this punishment teaches your dog to practice the undesired behavior when you and the water bottle are not present.

Does a Pet Corrector Work for Every Dog? In general, Pet Correctors are helpful tools for almost all dog owners. However, if your pet has a nervous disposition or fears loud or unknown noises, a Pet Corrector could become stressful for your pet.

Although potty training sprays can be helpful, they are not a magic solution. You will still need to put in the time and effort to train your pet to use the potty. Here are some tips on how to potty train your dog: Take Them Outside: Take your puppy outside at least every two hours and more often if possible.

Rule #2: The punishment must suppress the behaviour, or it risks becoming just plain abuse. Even a spray of water can easily become abusive.