Rutherford Weekly

Thursday, September 9-September 15, 2010 www.rutherfordweekly.com 828-248-1408 Rutherford Weekly Page 17 To Advertise On All About P ts, Please Contact Mike Marlo Pets can make wonderful companions. Some of the most popular friends people welcome into their homes are cats and dogs. But as loveable as pets can be, they come with their share of work and negative aspects. One of the prob- lems that can invade home life is pet odors. Pet odors are some of the most tenacious problems homeowners face. Odors may be the result of litter boxes, accidents that occurred in the home or simply the aroma of the pet itself. Some animal breeds simply are more malodorous than others. Ferrets, for example, have a natural musk that can infi ltrate the home. Dogs like lab- radors, produce extra oil on their coats for protection, which can contribute to odor. Whatever the cause for pet odors, fi nding the source of the problem is the fi rst step to eradicating smells. Afterward, a homeowner can explore methods for keeping odors at bay, like the following suggestions. • If the pet odor is coming from the pet itself, regular bathing and grooming can help. A dirty pet will attract bac- teria and other dirt that can eventually lead to odor. A professional groomer can advise on a grooming schedule and products that are geared toward neutralizing smells. • Change the litter box every day if odors are emanating from that source. A clean litter box is not only more attrac- tive to homeowners, but cats prefer a fresh place to relieve themselves as well. This limits the chance that a cat will seek another area of the home to do his or her business. • If a pet does have an accident indoors, clean it up promptly. Vinegar can neutralize the smell of urine. There are many County, tise On All About Pets, Please Contact Mike Marlow, Donnie Davis or Bruce Cole at 828-248-1408 Banish Pet Odors From Inside the Home commercial products also available that state they will re- move pet odor stains and odors. • Some people purchase homes where there is residual pet odor. When neutralizing products don’t work, the only option may be to remove and/or replace carpeting and fl oorboards. Urine has a tendency to absorb into porous materials and the odor can lin- ger. • A bad smell on a pet may be a symp- tom of illness. Regular veterinary visits can help pet owners catch diseases early on and treat them. • Limit the amount of time dogs spend outdoors in rainy weather. Wet fur can give off a lot of odor. Dry the pet once he or she returns indoors. • Clean cages, tanks and other pet habitats regularly so that odor from waste doesn’t build up unnecessarily. • Ear infections are a common source of bad smells from dogs. Be sure to check if the dog is scratching or fa- voring an ear. Treatment will likely be necessary. • Routinely wash pet bedding and oth- er items to remove odors. • Using baking soda as a carpet pow- der before vacuuming can help lessen odors in the carpeting and on uphol- stery. • Whenever possible, open up the win- dows and doors to allow fresh air into the home, which can help draw out smells. • Air fresheners will probably just add to pet odors, not cover them up. Seek products that are specifi cally designed to neutralize odors. Courtesy of Metro Editorial Dear R therDear Rutherford County PET TIPS On behalf of the Community On behalf of the Community t Center,, we would like t thank ever one who helped adopt, rescue olunteer their homes, and make donations for all the animals that at the Rutherford County Pet Center w County Animal Control Facility this past eek. On 9/1, Animal Control Animal Control Facility this past week. On 9/1, Animal Control stopped taking animals into the stopped taking animals into the facility for maintenance. acility for maintenance. On 9/3, the facility is empty! or all of your On 9/3, the facility is empty! THANK YOU support and help. ould like to thank eryone who helped adopt, rescue,, volunteer their homes, and mak donations for all the animals that were at the R ther PET TIPS Do not make your dog walk on extremely hot or cold asphalt, cement, etc... the pads of their paws are not made out of steel. If it is too hot or cold for you to walk bare- foot, then chances are that it is too hot or cold for your dog, also. THANK YOU for all of your support and help. Community Community Pet Centert Center ©Community First Media Community First Media HINKLE’S PET HOSPITAL Full Service Vet Care Paul Hinkle, D.V.M. Roger Tessneer, D.V.M. 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