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You spoil your pooch as close to rotten as you can get, don’t you? Hey,
who doesn’t? It’s almost impossible not to, with those adorable, big,
beautiful eyes, the little lashes, the soft fur just behind the ears…
they almost beg to be spoiled. But what can you really do? There are all
of those new doggie day spas, doggie day cares, and other doggie luxury
services, but how often can you really afford things like that?
I mean, most people rarely have enough cash in the bank to get
themselves a surprise manicure and pedicure, much less spring for their
pups to get a quadripedicure. You give her a few skritches behind the
ears, rub her belly, and maybe give her a massage and splurge on some
gourmet treats, but you have to pay rent and eat each month. Your budget
just doesn’t allow for constant spoiling of your dog…
1. Or does it?
You can make the shampoos, fragrances, and skin conditioners the doggie
day spas use whenever you want for a lot less money than you think.
Wouldn’t your pup love to have an at-home spa treatment? Give these
recipes a shot the next time you want to pamper that pup:
2. Aromatic Dry Shampoo
250 ml (1 cup) cornmeal
250 ml (1 cup) baby/talcum powder
5 ml (1 tsp) rosemary
5 ml (1 tsp) lavender
Combine all of the ingredients in a large, airtight container and let
them sit overnight. This will allow the rosemary and lavender to scent
the other two ingredients lightly. When ready, sprinkle generously over
your dog and brush it into her fur by working your fingers against the
lay of her coat.
Once it’s worked in thoroughly, use your fingers or a hard rubber brush
to massage her coat in the direction of the fur but working in circles.
Brush until the mixture is completely out of the coat. Your baby will
smell great, the powder and cornmeal help absorb excess oil and dirt to
clean her, and she won’t have had to go through the trauma of having a
full bath! How great is that?
3. Herbal Shampoo
470 ml (2 cups) purified water
10 ml (1 tbsp) rosemary
10 ml (1 tbsp) orange zest
30 ml (2 tbsp) chamomile
10 ml (1 tbsp) lavender oil
120 ml (1/2 cup) baby shampoo
Bring water to a boil, then remove from heat. Add all of the herbs,
cover the dish, and allow it to steep overnight. Strain the mixture and
stir in the oils, then gently add the shampoo until well-mixed. This
shampoo should be kept refrigerated for freshness when not in use, but
use about 2 tablespoons every time you wash your dog for a
sweet-smelling, great treat for both of you. Don’t forget to give her a
little massage while you’re rubbing it in!
4. Lemon Flea Dip
3 lemons
940 ml (1 quart) water
60 ml (1/4 cup) baking soda
5 ml (1 tsp) herbal shampoo
Cut the lemons into eighths while bringing the water to a rolling boil.
Add the lemons, boil for one hour, then cover and let the mixture steep
overnight. Strain the solution then add the remaining ingredients and
mix thoroughly. Warm to a tepid temperature before applying. To spoil
your pup with the application, dip a sponge into the water and drizzle
it slowly over her coat, then use your fingers to work it in using slow,
deliberate circles focusing on points like the hips and shoulders. Give
her a good massage – she deserves it! This shampoo uses citrus oil to
help repel fleas, but the warm water and baking soda also help to soothe
any existing irritations she may have.
See? Spoiling your dog is much easier and less expensive than you think,
and I’ve compiled 101 Ways to Spoil Your Dog for Under $10 for just that
reason. Any dog owner knows how hard it is to resist spoiling their pup,
and now there’s no reason to resist! Spoiling her can be as easy as
talking to her… you just might not realize the impact simple things have
on her. Give the book a read, then try some of the ideas you’ll find.
You’ll be amazed at how much closer and more bonded with your dog you
feel!
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