Safe for humans, pets and the enviroment
1 quart (1 liter) hydrogen peroxide 1/4 cup (55g) baking soda 1 teaspoon (5ml) dish soap There is simply no way to describe the smell of a freshly skunked dog. Fortunately, you can turn that smell into a distant memory with the amazing combination of hydrogen peroxide and baking soda. Mix the peroxide with the […]
Blot up the urine with a soft cloth and wash several times with lukewarm water. Apply a mixture of equal parts vinegar and cool water. Blot up again, rinse, and let dry.
Adding cider vinegar to drinking water discourages fleas from setting up home on dogs and cats. Start with just a few drops so that your pets get used to the taste, then build up a little, to a teaspoon per bowl for a small animal, to a tablespoon for a larger pet. Alternatively, dip your […]
1/2 cup (110g) baking soda A little baking soda can be a great way to keep your pet’s bed smelling fresh between washings. Just sprinkle 1/2 cup (110g) on top and let it sit for a few hours to absorb unpleasant odors. Then take it outside and give it a few and give it a […]
1/2 cup (150g) salt To give the cleaning process a boost without adding a lot of artificial fragrances, try adding a 1/2 cup (150g) salt to the laundry. For best results during warmer weather, make sure to air-dry the bedding in the sun.
1 lemon 2 cups (500ml) water To prepare a homemade flea spray, cut the lemon into 4 to 6 pieces and place in a large glass bowl. Bring the water to a boil and pour over the lemon pieces, then let the mixture sit overnight. In the morning, strain the liquid and transfer to a […]
Put a tablespoon of your vinegar in your dog’s drinking water every day and you will no longer have those brown spots in your lawn from the dog’s urine.
Mix 1/3 vinegar (any type, but cider vinegar smells better), 1/3 water and 1/3 bath oil in a spray bottle. This makes a good spray for horses and other animals- dogs and goats for example- as well as a barn spray for keeping flies down. Can be used in patio and yard areas also, especially […]
1 quart (1 liter) distilled water 1 teaspoon (6g) salt Even goldfish need a little pick me up now and then! Although goldfish are freshwater creatures, giving them a little dose of salt can do them some good. Next time you’re getting ready to change the water in your goldfish bowl, dissolve 1 teaspoon (6g) […]
1 handful salt If your pets have been afflicted with fleas, the problem most likely has spread to your carpets. To battle the bugs, sprinkle a handful of salt evenly over your carpet before you go to bed (make sure to keep pets out of area as they may be tempted to lick it up). […]