5 Ways to Use Vinegar for Pets

I always have white vinegar and apple cider vinegar on hand: Two great must-haves for any kitchen. You've probably already know of the many household uses of vinegar outside of the kitchen. What you may not know is that vinegar can also work great for your pets. For example, it's great for naturally neutralizing pet odors! In this pet health guide article, I'll show you five ways to use vinegar for your pets. You'll be amazed that this cheap household staple can do so much for your cat and dog!

5 Ways to Use Vinegar for Pets

Vinegar for Pets Tip #1: Soothe Your Pet's Skin

Vinegar's natural PH properties makes it soothing on human skin and pet skin! To make a natural skin soother for your cat or dog, mix ½ cup of natural, raw organic apple cider vinegar (available at most health food stores) with a cup and a half of purified water. Use this vinegar mixture as a rinse to sooth your pet's skin.

Vinegar for Pets Tip #2: Clean Skunk Odor

If you have a dog, you will probably run into a skunk odor problem one day. While you can't prevent Fido's curiosity of a skunk, you can prevent his curiosity from stinking up your house! Vinegar is great for removing skunk stink. Mix vinegar with equal parts of water and use it to soak your dog to neutralize and remove the skunk spray.

Vinegar for Pets Tip #3: Boost Your Pet's Coat Shine

Thinking of entering your dog or cat into the local pet show? Boost your pet's coat and make their hair smooth and glossy by spritzing them with this shine-boosting vinegar spray. Pour a cup of white vinegar into a quart of water and spray it on your pet. It even works on human hair!

Vinegar for Pets Tip #4: Make a Natural Dog Shampoo

Vinegar is great for those wishing to make a natural, soothing dog shampoo that leaves your dog's coat shiny and bright. All you need is dish soap, apple cider vinegar, glycerin (available at most health food stores) and water. A complete recipe, including unique variations of this dog shampoo recipe, can be found in this article: How to Make Natural Homemade Dog Shampoo.

Vinegar for Pets Tip #5: Cure Dog and Cat Ear Infections

Vinegar's acidic properties can help kill bacteria. Wipe down your cat or dog's ears with a cotton ball soaked in organic apple cider vinegar and water.