If you’re not used to using baking soda, first know that it is completely harmless. Indeed, baking soda, also known as sodium bicarbonate, has nothing to do with caustic soda, which can be dangerous. Natural, eco-friendly and economical, it proves very useful for getting fleas off our pets or for cleaning their bed and other items around the house…
Baking Soda for Our Pets: The Different Uses
To care for your animal, prefer food-grade baking soda. Indeed, it is particularly suited for body care, unlike the technical-grade baking soda reserved for household cleaning. In general, food-grade baking soda is safer, as it undergoes more tests to guarantee its purity.
To Prevent Fleas
If your pet frequently suffers from fleas, baking soda can be effective at preventing them from taking up residence in its coat. Indeed, fleas hate baking soda.
To do this, simply sprinkle it into its fur and massage well so that the baking soda penetrates everywhere. Let sit for 10 minutes, then brush to remove the excess powder. Repeat the operation regularly, especially in the summer to prevent fleas from returning, that is about every two weeks.
To Wash Your Four-Legged Friend
Your dog comes back from a walk and doesn’t smell great? To get rid of the odors, there’s nothing like a good baking soda shampoo.
Fill your tub with water and add 2 to 3 tablespoons of baking soda per liter of water. Scrub your dog well and then dry it. Result: a shiny coat, soft and free of unpleasant odors.
To Sanitize Its Bed and Litter
Baking soda is also very useful for sanitizing your dog’s or cat’s bed. It will help neutralize odors and will also act as a natural flea deterrent by keeping parasites from settling in.
Spoon it into the bottom of its bed and onto its cushion. The same goes for the litter box: use baking soda to toned-down urine odors. Remove the dirty litter, clean the box, then lay baking soda at the bottom of the litter (about 6 to 7 tablespoons). Cover with fresh litter and repeat every time you change the litter.
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To Clean Its Bowls
If you can’t quite manage to clean your pet’s bowls, soak them in water with a few tablespoons of baking soda; they’ll come out spotless and odor-free.
To Remove Urine Odors from a Couch or Rug
If your cat has peed on your couch or rug, the odor can be stubborn. No panic—there’s a solution: wet the stain with white vinegar or sparkling water, then sprinkle baking soda. Let it sit for at least 24 hours, then vacuum up the residue. The odor and stain should disappear!
For Your Pet’s Dental Hygiene
To remove tartar from your dog’s or cat’s teeth and purify its breath, wrap a damp cloth around your finger. Apply a bit of baking soda on it and gently rub your pet’s teeth. Be careful not to repeat the operation too often, as you could wear down the enamel: once a week, no more.
