What smells do dogs dislike: what to avoid

Dogs have a more sensitive sense of smell than humans, so some odors that may seem harmless to us are unpleasant or even irritating to dogs. SSPDaily told you about several smells that they usually dislike.

Citrus flavors

Dogs often dislike citrus scents because of their intensity and pungency. These scents can be used as natural deterrents.

Garlic and onion

Garlic and onions contain sulfides, including allicin and dextrin, which can be toxic to dogs. These substances cause damage to red blood cells in dogs, leading to anemia.

Cologne or perfume

The strong and chemical scents of cologne or perfume can be too intense for a dog's sensitive sense of smell, causing discomfort or even allergic reactions.

Ammonia odors

Ammonia odors are common in household chemicals such as detergents, windshield wipers, and cleaning products. These odors can be too intense and pungent for a dog's sensitive sense of smell.

Menthol scents

Dogs usually don't show any obvious displeasure with menthol scents. This is because such scents, such as peppermint oil or menthol supplements, are too intense and pungent for them.