Just got the medium size for my 30 # Cocker, it has the strongest perfumey odor, tried soaking it, washed with soap & can smell it on my hands too?
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I really didn't notice a smell and it has been used and washed so many times that I don't detect an odor now. It didn't seem to bother my dogs either. They still love it.
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Thank you for your question! The rubber is flavored with vanilla to cover the natural rubber smell that some dogs may not like. Because of the way this product is packaged for shipping, the scent can be stronger at first, but usually fades over time.
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Actually I never paid attention but checked it and there is a slight perfume smell still left on mine. It didn't do any harm to either of my 2 dogs and 1 of mine ate at least a 1/4 of the toy. I was disappointed that it didn't hold up better. I have 1 dog that plays with it appropriately but the other one I s a very powerful chewer and destroyed the end of it about 5 minutes after the food ran out.
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The odor stays with the toy, all Petsafe toys of the odor. You have to wash your hands a couple of times before it goes away.
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Ours just had a strong rubber smell. It has gotten alot better. We put stuff in ours and put it in the freezer, the dog goes crazy for it.
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I think initially it has a plastic-y smell when I first opened it but I haven't notice a chemical smell since. Been using it for a while now, it is in the dog bowl outside. Sorry I'm not going to sniff it
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Mine arrived without any smell. I suggest contacting the manufacturer to ask for advice. Alternatively, try using a white vinegar and water solution to clean it out.
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Have to say the smell of mine is minimal to non-existent. Maybe give it a light rinse in the bathtub and hang it out to dry in the shade for a day?
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The manufacturer fixed the smell, there was no odor when I ordered it November 2013. My first dog (Yorkie mix) weighs 10 lbs but he was tall and did not fit the bag well. He also tore the bag from the inside. My other dog (5lbs) was able to move around just fine. Bergan stood behind their products and gave us the second bag. We now only use the 2nd bag for the smaller dog.
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Not sure, maybe it's old? Mine did not and doesn't smell bad now. Good luck.
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I suspect what you're smelling is the natural lanolin in the wool. This should dissipate over time, more quickly if you hang it outside to air out periodically.
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When I just got mines the scent of the material was too strong for me so I wash it then because I just got it but I have run in it today n I haven't wash it I am planning on washing it on the weekends. I run 5days a week but if this will help I have a vest that is make from the same material n I only wash it on weekends n I use to run in it 5 days a week too hope this was helpful
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I used mink oil to soften it up. Of course that puts in it's own odor. Then I let it bake in the sun, both sides for a few hours. Did it all again and it's odor is very quiet now.
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Sounds possibly rancid. It does NOT have a strong smell. If anything it is very gentle smelling. Almost without an odor. Get it replaced if new.
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Would be good if you could expand on what you mean by body odor. If the odor is a yeasty smell, then yes, this will help to some extent, but candida (yeast) is a much bigger issue than a probiotic can solve. Diet changes are important if that is the problem. I won't go into it here, no reason if that isn't your dog's problem. As far as just regular old 'dog smell', it has been my experience that a proper diet (raw or at least a high quality grain free) go a long way in eliminating that, too. Diet can also keep nasty dog breath to a minimum. I hope you get things figured out! Good luck!
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For what it's worth ... My bichon frise tends to get smelly from skin yeast. Maybe because this breed has no undercoat and sheds very little. The chlorhexidine helps to control the yeast, the smell, and to some extent, the constant scratching.
912094
How weird. Mine smells kinda like leather. Maybe you should return it if it doesn't clear up.
1578382
I never noticed any smell when I received it. I have had it over a year now and after washing it yesterday I checked and it smells like my laundry soap. I would give it a wash that should work.
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I have had the same problem with two orders from different sellers. I thought maybe I was being overly sensitive so I put them in a bowl out in my bird room and when I returned to the room the rancid/"dead" smell was overpowering. I took them away immediately, afraid they would make my birds sick. Since this happened to me twice with two different sellers I contacted Fluker's they said I had to contact the distributor. I explained I wanted to know if this was the "normal new" smell. She said some batches smell bad but not rancid. Not sure what to do now. I have used Flukers freeze dried crickets for over 10 years. My insect eating bird LOVE them. I have had the same problem with two orders from different sellers. I thought maybe I was being overly sensitive so I put them in a bowl out in my bird room and when I returned to the room the rancid/"dead" smell was overpowering. I took them away immediately, afraid they would make my birds sick. Since this happened to me twice with two different sellers I contacted Fluker's they said I had to contact the distributor. I explained I wanted to know if this was the "normal new" smell. She said some batches smell bad but not rancid. Not sure what to do now. I have used... » Read More I have had the same problem with two orders from different sellers. I thought maybe I was being overly sensitive so I put them in a bowl out in my bird room and when I returned to the room the rancid/"dead" smell was overpowering. I took them away immediately, afraid they would make my birds sick. Since this happened to me twice with two different sellers I contacted Fluker's they said I had to contact the distributor. I explained I wanted to know if this was the "normal new" smell. She said some batches smell bad but not rancid. Not sure what to do now. I have used Flukers freeze dried crickets for over 10 years. My insect eating bird LOVE them. « Show Less
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I have 4 basset hounds that drink a lot of water. I put a little drop of dawn in the empty container. I put very hot tap water up to top. I then put top on & then I shake really hard. I rinse with hot water so there is no soap. That seems to take the smell out. Also I clean this 1 once a week. I also clean the filter. I change the filter monthly. The instructions say you don't have to do it this often but I find that it works better. I love this product. I have tried most of the others. This by far is the best for all my needs. I hope this will help you solve the problem. Bethe
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Not at all! My mother uses this kind now, she used to use salmon oil for her dog and mentioned how less smelly it is. My dogs have always used this oil, I find it doesn't have an odor either.