​​How To Safely Clean Your Pets From Daily Dirt

For pet owners with very active pets, cleaning your pet’s paws, tails, and ears can sometimes be demanding.

Working dog breeds and those that belong to K9 units would need extra cleaning after a long day. However, you must ensure they get cleaned thoroughly without harming them.

“Do you have any tips on properly cleaning my pets?”

Generally, you need to remember the following:

• Use pet-friendly cleaning products.
• Be careful when cleaning sensitive areas.
• Check for allergic reactions to the products you’re using.

We’ll break each of these down in this article and give you tips on how to help keep your furry friend fresh and clean.

How to check if a product is pet-friendly?

As pet owners, we all want the best products for our babies. This is why checking the ingredients list of any product you buy for them is essential.

Don’t buy anything blindly, especially since most cleaning products contain chemicals that might harm your beloved pets.

“What ingredients should I look out for?”

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Try reading the ingredients list and avoid the ones that have:

• Alcohol.
• Phthalates.
• Artificial dyes.

It would also help if your cleaning products are veterinarian-tested.

This way, you’ll be sure that it’s been lab-tested to provide the best cleaning properties to your pet without the harmful chemicals that might irritate them.

“Are there any ingredients that I’d want in my pets’ cleaning products?”

Aside from avoiding harmful ingredients, it would be better if your pet cleaning products had ingredients that benefit your pet.

Buy products that have the following ingredients:

• Aloe vera.
• Vitamin E.
• Coconut oil.
• Chamomile.

The upside with pet cleaning products that have these is that you’ll also keep their skin healthy. Your pet’s fur will also thank you in the long run if you only use products that will help condition their fur.

One of the most common pet cleaning products are pet wipes for cats and dogs. If you're going to get a few packs for your furry friend, make sure to check the ingredients list.

What to watch out for when cleaning your pets?

Animals, like humans, also have sensitive areas in their bodies. When cleaning these places of their bodies, you should be more cautious so that you won’t irritate or injure your pet.

Some of these sensitive parts include:

• Eyes.
• Ears.
• Nose.
• Genital area.

It’s better to first wipe around the outer part of these areas to remove the dirt that’s easier to get to. 

Once done, gently wipe their sensitive areas, ensuring you don’t use excessive force when removing dirt and grime.

Some pets also tend to get frightened when introduced to an item that’s new to them. With this in mind, let them interact with your cleaning products first.

Letting your furry friend smell, touch, and feel any cleaning product can help them calm down once you use it.

Getting your pet acquainted with new items is also crucial if they’re a bit skittish. There are dog breeds that are typically easy to startle, such as:

• Akita Inus.
• Chihuahuas.
• Cairn Terriers.
• Yorkshire Terriers.

How to check if my pet is allergic to a cleaning product?

Patch testing is one of the best ways to check if your pet is allergic to something. Here are a few steps you can do to patch-test any pet-related product:

Step #1: Select a small, inconspicuous area on your pet’s skin. Examples include a small area on their back or the inside part of their leg.

Step #2: Clean the area. If you can, trim a bit of your pet’s fur so their skin will be exposed.

Step #3: Use a small amount of the product and observe your pet’s reaction for 24 hours.

Step #4: Check if your pet’s skin has any reactions to the cleaning product you used. Watch out for redness, itchiness, and any other skin irregularities in the area. If you find anything wrong with your pet’s skin, go to your vet immediately to have it treated.

To lessen the chances of your pet getting allergies, try hypoallergenic products.

It would also help if your product is made for sensitive pets, especially if they are susceptible to skin allergies. Dog breeds that need extra care when it comes to their skin include:

• Boxers.
• Spaniels.
• Labradors.
• Golden Retrievers.

Some dog pet wipes tend to have formulations that might not be made for sensitive animal skin. Keep an eye out for these types of cleaning wipes.

What we recommend: Petkin's pet wipes

Sometimes, cleaning your pets doesn’t need a full bath, which is perfect for removing mud and heavy dirt.

Most of the time, pet owners just need a quick wipe down on their pet’s fur and limbs to remove a bit of dust and odor from playing outside. In times like this, we suggest you use easy-to-use pet wipes.

Petkin is one of the brands that we trust and use on our pets. They’re also highly popular with K9 dog owners in UAE, where dust storms are frequent. The company produces some of the best pet wipes for daily use.

Petkin’s pet wipes also have aloe and vitamin E, proven to help keep your pet’s skin healthy. These ingredients will also make their fur clean while looking shiny, as mentioned above.

The brand’s formula also ensures that it’s safe for pets with sensitive skin, making them the perfect partner for daily cleaning your fur babies.

On top of all these benefits, Petkin’s pet wipes are also:

• Eco-friendly.
• Veterinarian-approved.
• Quick and easy to use and store.

If you want your own pack of PetSafe's pet wipes, you can get them through our store! Click on this link to make your pet's daily cleaning simpler and better!