Monday, August 22, 2011

Dog Fragrances: An Owner's Sniff Test

Want to eliminate the typical "doggy" odor? No, this is not in reference to the elimination of pet urine or anything of that nature. We are talking perfumes and colognes for dogs. That right!--fragrances for our beloved pooches.

When we take Fido to the groomer for that summer haircut, the vast majority of these grooming professionals use some type of deodorant just to tickle their owners' olfactory nerves. Think about the Animal Planet show "Groomer Has It!" It is not that the dogs are barking about who's wearing which fragrance! In addition to giving their coat that extra and pleasurable "kick," some dog owners' other concerns are how to moisturize the coat and keeping the skin hydrated, just to name a few.

In almost every dog grooming salons and pet stores (where grooming services are available--think Petco), there are a shelf full of sprays, spritzes and perfumes. Not only the groomer are styling the dog's coat into its desirable look, he/she is encouraged to sell the products as well. Grooming salons and shops usually offer many different fragrances, for female and male dogs.

Recently, I wanted to purchase some dog fragrances for my pooch. I went to Petco, but did not find what was desired. A different approach was sought: the Internet! Dog.com and Bella Poochie have a variety of dog sprays and perfumes to choose from. Dog owners will find that these fragrances' names are similar to the designer fragrances that are made for people. The good thing is that it is not-so-posh in terms of pricing.

Here are a few of them that will pique dog owners' interests:

CK9: Remember CK1 for people? Just think of CK9 as the doggy version. Both genders can get a splash of this fragrance. Not too feminine or too masculine, CK9 is very neutral in terms of scent with a combination of pineapple, jasmine, papaya with a little bit of amber and green tea.

Beautifur: This is just like the perfume,"Beautiful," but the four-legged companion gets her glory with Beautifur. Beautifur is the more elegant perfume. In addition to the more sophisticated fragrance, it is also tangle-free. It is perfect for keeping up Ms. Fido's hair.

Pucci: It is very obvious how this cologne got its name! Does Gucci ring a bell?. Anyway, if you have a male dog, then Pucci is the perfect cologne for him--you will smell his masculinity. This is classy and sophisticated for the four-legged debonair. A classic, but a gem!

Not all of these dog fragrances are "posh." There are some fragrances that are suited for the "common" dog:

Therapet Pet Cologne: This cologne consists of many of the top-notched fragrances and made into the imitation ones. The good news is that it smells nearly like the "posh" stuff. Therapet Pet Cologne is not only easy to apply, but the dog's nemesis, the cat is also welcome to use it. The scent last for more than forty-eight hours. Aqualina Pink Sugar and Island Kiss are phenomenal for female dogs, and Hugo Boss is wonderful on their male counterparts.

Earthbath Mango Tango Dog Spray: Earthbath Mango Tango is just the answer to the relief of a not-so-pleasant odor. This can be used in-between baths. Not only this spray gives the owners satisfaction of eliminating bad odor, but it also give moisture to the skin and coat.  Earthbath Mango Tango also gives the coat its softness minus the residue. The special components of this doggy spray is that it contains all natural ingredients and pH balanced. This product is safe on dogs six weeks old and not recommended for cats. What a bummer!

Whether your dog wears the classy and/or elegant fragrance or the sporty and common type, there is a scent for every dog and their owner. Dog owners: seize the fragrance, whichever is chosen!

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