Pet Aromatherapy: The Impact of Well-scented Dogs on Owner Wellness
How does it affect your mood to share your home with a dog that isn’t so fresh-smelling?
What about being in the closed space of a car with a dog carrying a less-than-pleasant scent?
Or imagine you’re out enjoying a meal al fresco, and others reach out to pet your dog only to encounter an off-putting odor.
How does that impact your experience?
Fellow pet enthusiasts, it’s time we addressed an under-discussed dimension of pet ownership — the profound impact of pet hygiene on our wellbeing. While the joy and delight derived from our daily interactions with our pets are timeless and unmatched, maintaining their cleanliness, particularly those savory scents, can go an extra mile in enhancing our experience as pet parents. Yes, you read it right — those swish and swoosh of wagging tails can smell delicious!
Take it from a long-time reviewer of pet products and a pet parent to four lovable dogs, with the additional credibility of five years in Veterinary Medicine study, the importance of keeping our pets smelling good is often understated.
Before noses turn up thinking this is an appeal to vanity, let me clarify — the essence lies in wellness, both of the pet and the owner. Not only does a good-smelling pet add to the olfactory ambiance of your home, but it also enriches the level of engagement you have with your pet — the snuggles get a bit cozier, and the pampering gets a bit more enjoyable. Plus, a well-groomed pet is invariably a testimony to good health and care — and we all desire the best for our fur babies, don’t we?
Scented Companions: Exploring the Benefits of a Good-smelling Dog to its Owner
An invigorating world of benefits opens up when a pet, specifically a dog, is groomed and smells good. As a dog owner, a clean and fresh-smelling dog can have several positive impacts on one’s health, both from a psychological and a physical perspective. Studies have illuminated how aromatic scents can elevate our mood, reduce stress, and even promote better sleep1. Indeed, having a dog that smells good can contribute greatly to a healthier mental state for its owner.
On one hand, the act of petting a dog induces the release of serotonin and oxytocin, hormones associated with happiness and bonding, while reducing the stress hormone cortisol2. Add to this the calming scents of a clean, well-groomed dog, and your petting sessions become a form of therapy, at once relaxing and comforting. This multi-sensory stimulation can improve mental health by mitigating anxiety and depression symptoms, thereby promoting a sense of overall well-being.
On the other hand, ensuring a dog smells good reflects a pet owner’s commitment to pet hygiene and health, as bad odors can often indicate underlying health issues. Taking care of our dog’s cleanliness ultimately ensures they remain free from diseases, parasites, and infection, which in turn reduces our worries related to their health. This proactive role we take in our pets’ wellbeing can foster a sense of accomplishment and purpose, further enhancing our emotional health3. Thus, a good-smelling dog is not just pleasing to our olfactory senses but can be a tangible reminder of our responsibility and gratification as pet owners, thereby improving our well-being.
Meet Pawbango, a local pet perfume brand
Pabwango is a brand worth trumpeting about loud and clear. Armed with a delightful ensemble of pet care products, Pawbango turns pet grooming from a chore into a luxury experience. Trust me, as the fur parent to Nezuko, a mixed breed pup, Toshiro, the charming Bichon Frise, Poppy, my plucky Aspin, and Simba, my golden-boy Golden Retriever, I appreciate the convenience, the effectiveness, and the olfactory pleasure that Pawbango brings to the table.
Take, for example, their perfume line. Five enticing variants — Princess (Vanilla Scent), Cleo (Sweet Pea Scent), Taro (Lavender Scent), Max (Peppermint Scent), and Trillion (Baby Powder Scent), each designed to cater to distinct preferences, or rather, sniff-ferences!
Princess (Vanilla Scent)
Princess unleashes a sense of soothing sweetness with its undeniable notes of vanilla. This comforting scent wraps your dog in a delightful fragrance that is reminiscent of freshly baked cookies and tender embraces. The subtlety of Princess vanilla scent is a tasteful garnish that doesn’t overpower, but persists with an appealing and softly enchanting aroma. It’s an ideal choice for those seeking safety and warmth in familiarity, perfect for cozy evenings.
Cleo (Sweet Pea Scent)
Seductively charming and positively uplifting, Cleo evokes a blend of invigorating freshness and a sweet kiss of spring. The sweet pea scent embraces your pet with a gentle bloom of freshness, beautifully capturing a garden-like tranquility that’s surprisingly light-hearted. Suited for dog parents looking for an unobtrusive and refreshing floral scent, Cleo symbolizes the harmonious cohabitation of floral exuberance and subtlety.
Taro (Lavender Scent)
Taro gives an intoxicating whiff of lavender. This scent has all the calming benefits associated with this beloved herb. An ideally proportioned concoction giving a soothing, restful, and calming experience that’s perfect for helping your four-legged friend wind down after a day of active play. The Taro holds perfect for those who believe in the tranquility-inducing wonders of nature and her gentle gifts.
Max (Peppermint Scent)
Breathe life into your pet grooming routine with Max, the invigorating peppermint scented delight. This stimulating scent is not only fresh and cool but also comes with an inherent cleansing property that leaves your dog smelling wonderfully clean. A brisk, lively fragrance that adds a pep of spirit into every spritz, Max is your morning coffee on a chilly morning. It’s perfect for active, sprightly pets and their enthusiastic, fun-loving parents.
Trillion (Baby Powder Scent)
The familiarity and comfort of the Trillion baby powder scent are nostalgic and tender. This gentle, soft fragrance wraps around your pet, reminding you of the playful innocence of a puppy. Neither too forceful nor fading, Trillion strikes an intimate, cozy balance that is an absolute pleasure to your senses. Ideal for those seeking an essence that speaks of tenderness and care, Trillion brings back cherished memories of our first canine connections.
Whether it’s Nezuko romping about, enveloped in the tantalizing whiffs of vanilla, or Poppy lounging lazily spreading the sweet pea fragrance, these perfumes strike the right balance between lovingly potent and comfortingly mild.
Product applications are straightforward, with the subtle artistry of a few spritzes turning your pet into an ambulatory air freshener. The Coco Nose and Paw Armor balm, another gem from Pawbango, deserves a special mention. Rich, moisturizing, and oozing with an appealing minty freshness, it’s a balm of care for those tender noses and paws. As Simba explores, this useful balm protects and nourishes his nose and paw with its wonders, keeping them flip-flop-ready for our backyard adventures.
And for those bath times that can be literal uphill battles, rest assured Pawbango’s bath soaps will turn the tide, transforming the experience into a spa retreat for your pets. Toshiro particularly enjoys his pamper sessions, stepping out squeaky clean, frisky, and redolent with delightful freshness.
So, why not elevate the care we provide our pets and improve our household ambiance? Take this from a passionate, inquisitive pet parent — a well-scented pet delivers a well-loved sensation. So let’s uncork those bottles, uncap those balms, and usher in a new era of fragrant delight with Pawbango. Happy grooming!
