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Whether your pet is desperately in need of a professional groom or simply stinking up the place, these products can help.

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Promising reviews: "I have three large dogs, and these definitely help with that hard-to-avoid dog smell. Not to mention the scents are great, and there are plenty to pick from for each season. They do melt quickly, so I wouldn’t burn them terribly often. The scent is high quality and is easy to smell even in large rooms. Great quality product!" —Eden Neidert

"This is amazing! I saw it in a BuzzFeed article as the number one candle to get if you have pets in the house. My roommates love it and so do I! It has a really subtle, nice, and calming smell that totally masks the odor! 10/10!" —Willow

Get it from Amazon for $23.99 (available in nine scents and packs of two).

Squishface is a small business specializing in skincare products specifically for wrinkly dog breeds.

Promising review: "This cream is a miracle worker. My 2-year-old English bulldog had yeast in his wrinkles. I cleaned everyday with hydrogen peroxide but it didn't clear it up. It just kept it from getting worse. Then I used a mixture of hydrogen peroxide and apple cider vinegar but nothing. I also used the products from the Natural Dog Company but my bully hated the smell. One night I came across this product. I was desperate and decided to give it a try. Within 24 hours of using Squishface I noticed a huge difference. Within 48 hours it was almost gone. By 72 hours it had cleared up. I clean his face before bed and apply the cream. I only use once a day and that was enough for us. I can't say my bully loves it because seriously what bully likes having their wrinkles cleaned? He tolerates it and I love that it worked for us. It has no smell to it, it's natural, and it WORKS!" —KS92

THIS, let me say it in bold, THIS BRUSH HERE is quite possibly the most important pet tool I own. It gets everything out of my dog's fur from burrs, thistles, mud, slobber, dirt, and whatever else gets in there! I use it daily, seriously, and it has yet to fail me. My favorite part is being able to click the button, and the fur just peels right off the brush — no digging or struggling with bristles like a regular comb at all. Plus, he loves it! I can literally brush him while he sleeps, no problem. Get it. GET IT NOW. Also, it literally has over 68,000 5-star ratings, so I'm not the only one.

Promising review: "We love this brush so much we just purchased a second one! This has been a godsend with our Goldendoodle. We had tried many other brushes before this one, but this was a game-changer. I love that the bristles retract and the design cleans out the undercoat, which now means we can leave the coat longer, fewer haircuts, but still no shedding." —J.P.

Some reviewers mention that smaller clumps of litter may fall through the grates, but that changing the angle can help get them!

Promising reviews: "This is the best thing I have purchased in a long time. I've had cats and litter boxes for most of my life and I always dreaded scooping and cleaning the box. I couldn't believe how quickly I got the boxes done. It was amazing. I was pleasantly pleased. I just can't say enough good things about it. I definitely recommend it. It seems very sturdy and durable." —Kathie

"This may seem silly but this thing is great. It actually doesn't kick up a bunch of dust, it works much more quickly which is an added bonus as I'm disabled and it reduces strain on my back for the short amount of time it takes! Absolutely wonderful product. My Ginger is small so sometimes her little 💩 falls through but is easily manageable by adjusting the scoop angle. Definitely great at keeping smell down as it's not a chore to do nor kicks up the pee dust." —SD

Promising reviews: "Love this stuff!! Suds up great when washing your pet! Gets them clean and smelling good in one wash." —Kandance Oman Wagner

"We have a special needs bunny 🐰 and she has to have baths 🛀 and this shampoo 🧴 is gentle and helps with her dry skin and the fragrance is very mild which is also good for her." —Jasmine Cage

Get it from Amazon for $11.87+ (available in two styles and in three animal options).

This magical appliance works on hardwood, tile, linoleum, carpet, and more! Watch it work its magic in this TikTok.

Promising review: "We recently remodeled and got all wood floors, and have two puppies as well. I tried three different vacuum cleaners, a regular manual mop, and a steam mop. There was no way to keep up with these floors and puppies! I had nearly given up when this product was recommended to me. It gets all the sand and mud and pet hair up all in one swoop, while mopping and shining! Please note: It doesn’t get dog food kibble up, that’s too big to fit under the vacuum. It does get ALL sand and dirt up! I love it!" —Erin Vail

Each cleaning magnet comes with one pad for glass aquariums and one pad for acrylic aquariums. 

Promising review: "As we all know the maintenance routine you are most likely to follow is going to be the one that is the easiest. I bought the small one for my 18gal, bowed front, glass aquarium; I absolutely love the ease of use. Cleaning the algae off the tank has gone from a monthly chore to an every few days routine, it only takes me a few moments to give the front and sides a quick wipe with the brush. No mess, no wet hands, and the fish don’t even really mind. In regards to the bowed front, if I use the scrubber in the vertical position and clean back and forth horizontally, it works perfectly (maybe takes a few extra passes because you are not using the entire scrub pad but not much more effort). The one and only complaint I have is that it has trouble getting in the corners and the very edge of the substrate." —Starr Voigt

Get it from Amazon for $7.94+ (available in four sizes).

Promising reviews: "Love the smell of this product. Adds a nice softness on my pup’s fur as well. It can get a little messy when sprinkling it on but perhaps that’s user error." —Ivan

"This product is amazing! Wonderful fragrance. Very little goes a long way. I was so surprised that it also detangles as well. I have a poodle who's 'allergic' to baths. This makes life a bit easier. Definitely recommend." —Christina G.

Get it from Lil Luv Dog for $36 (available in two scents).

Promising review: "I use this product regularly to keep the turtles' tanks clear and mostly algae free. After cleaning the filters and adding more water, the sediment gets churned up and makes the water cloudy. After adding a few capfuls, and waiting a day or two, the water is perfect for my shelled babies!" —The Knipper Family

Promising reviews: "Works great on pet dander. I tried a few other products that didn't quite work and then after trying Burt Bees for pet cat dander... I have to say about a few days in you really see a difference, and now a couple of weeks out the dander is all gone. I will continue to use for maintenance so my kitty's coat is free from dander and soft and shiny." —Karen

"My cats love a good brush and I love this spray so much. My cat's a thick hair and when I use the spray I get tons of hair off them and they smell great and look as if I gave them a fresh bath after I use this great product. Fragrance is pleasantly gentle." —Kate gray

Promising review: "I have tried different fiber treats to help with my Pugs gland issues and none of them worked until we tried Glandex. I bought it because of the many positive reviews and we were not disappointed! The treats worked within about a week or two, she is much better with no stinky smell or rug scooting. I will have this delivered on a regular schedule from now on. She loves the taste too!" —Luis F. Aldana

Get a 30-count from Amazon for $19.99 (available in three flavor and larger multipacks).

Promising review: "I foster kittens for a rescue, and no matter how often I clean the boxes, two or three times daily and general cleaning, I still have an odor in the room. I got this product out of desperation. It was a good size and weight for kitties bouncing around. I am truly shocked and enormously happy with how it works! My husband was at wits end with his sensitive nose. He goes in there now and is astonished, no smell. We are getting another for the kitchen! The room is 10×10, and I use it on the 2 setting. I also enjoy the night light. Very helpful without disturbing sick sleepy babies recovering from illness." —victoria Mohagen

Get it from Amazon for $89.99+ (available in four colors and three styles).

Promising review: "This product is great. My puppy is a digger and we have red clay type dirt. It gets her paws clean fast and easily. So much better than having to get a bath every time she digs." —Mandi Bultman

Get it from Amazon for $15+ (available in three sizes, 10 colors, and with or without a lid).

Promising reviews: "After three uses I am noticing a difference in my dog's frito feet and not smelling so bad. My dog's also seem to appreciate it too! I'm hoping as spring well springs this will help one of my dog's allergies too." —Crystal

"Finally used it regularly after my bulldog Akita mix got a toe injury..... Any swelling immediately went down, no corn chip smells and no more licking!!! I now use it after she goes to the park and used to come back with toe infections. Now no more!! The formula is gentle. The brush is simple. A silicon cap over a plastic top. Yes the silicone comes of easy but is easier to slip back on. The foam cleans quickly, gets between the toes, and is great for a massage. She hates wet paws, so this she will allow.... For the length of time it takes to clean three paws.. the fouth is forced .. BUT so much less traumatic than a hose.. or a cup of water... She is hates water and being wet. This is a phenomenal addition to her routine!" —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $17.99+ (available in two sizes).

It's specially formulated and pH-balanced for dogs over 12 weeks old, and recommended for usage twice a week.

Promising review: "I have nothing but positive things to say about this shampoo. I recently purchased this shampoo for my pitbull named Hera. She always had issues with her skin and coat, but after she had he first litter she had bald patches and was almost bald in the flank area (her sides). The first time I used this product I followed the bathing instructions. It's now the nine days later and her coat looks better than it ever has. The first picture is after the first wash. The last was the eight days later. All I have to say is give it a try, I am so happy I did.—Amazon customer

Get it from Amazon for $9.92+ (available in two sizes).

Promising review: "The only thing that truly works! Having had cats my entire life, I have tried probably everything on the market that claims to eliminate cat litter smell and nothing ever has done what this does. I have a male and female cat and I cannot smell litter after using this. No smell! It’s amazing!" —Meghan

I use these wipes every single day. No exaggeration. Look at that floofy butt. Yes, he manages to get poop on it during every potty trip that results in a #2. I was using warm, wet paper towels until I saw a 400-pack of these on sale during Fall Prime Day. THEY ARE SO MUCH BETTER!!!! They are so soft, and now, my puppy barely reacts when I have to wipe his butt, and it is so satisfying seeing all the dirt and poo come off of my buddy's backside and onto the wipe, so I don't have to worry about my rugs or couches being stained later on. 😮‍💨 PLUS, I use them for eye goop, dirty paws, his beard area, and even his wee-wee if it looks like it needs some extra TLC between baths and grooming appointments. Seriously, get these. Buy the 400 pack. I have a pack in the car, his go-bag, at home, and keep a few in a sandwich bag in my fanny pack. Also, they are thick and a pretty good size, so for booty cleaning, I only need to use 1–3 wipes, depending on how messy.

Promising review: "Great XL wipes. Easy to pull out of pouch. Super large for Standard Poodle private parts and paws. No noticeable smell...fresh like cucumber? Very effective in keeping dogs clean. Wish I could find them that large for humans. A++++++" —Peekaboobers

Get a 100-pack from Amazon for $9.98 (available in three scents).

Promising review: "My dogs breath was horrible. I tried dog toothpaste and that made him vomit. I wiped his teeth and mouth after he ate, didn’t help. He a 15yo hospice rescue and only has 8 teeth. People who visited always commented on his bad breath. He is too old to have anesthesia to do a dental. I figured I would try this. To my amazement, I noticed a difference right away. I’ve used it three nights and the stink is gone. The teeth even look a bit better. Give it a try. It worked for my 21-pound dog and best of all, he didn’t throw up!" —Product junkie 22

Promising review: "My smaller dog unfortunately has pretty bad breath (not your typical dog breath, much worse). Brushing her teeth regularly helps somewhat alleviate the problem, as do dental foams and rinses, but nothing has worked as noticeably as this powder. She has no issues eating it (although she'd eat anything), and it lasts a while considering that she only goes through one teaspoon a day. I would definitely recommend giving it a try if nothing else is working and medical reasons have been ruled out." —DG

Get the powder from Amazon for $22.99+ (available in  two sizes, packs of two, as well as chews and bites for dogs and cats, respectively).

Promising reviews: "The only product I use when my chihuahua has an accident. This definitely 'resolves' any pet odors and stains! Highly recommended!" —Joseph Tilton

"Waking up to that nightmare, I cleaned up the bulk of the mess and went to work with this spray; it completely erased the stain, and you can no longer see where the spot was. Living in a condo, I also appreciate how it took care of the darker, high-traffic areas on my lighter carpet and left the whole place smelling fresher. It’s incredibly versatile, even working on my bathroom rug, and it truly lives up to its promise of destroying stubborn stains the first time. This product has absolutely earned its #1 reputation, and I highly recommend it to any pet owner." —MrRhee

Get it from Amazon for $9.46 (also available in a pack of two).

This showerhead can be installed into your current bathroom shower as a secondary shower head or connected to your outdoor hose, if you'd rather bathe your pet outside! It comes with an 8-foot flexible hose for extended reach and an indoor diverter for your shower installation. The brush head is designed with a one-touch button and two settings.

Promising reviews: "Great product love it for my elderly Cockerpoo who hates being touched. Easy to hook up in tub/shower. Love this very long hose it comes with more than enough hose to rinse everywhere. Even my Yorkie loves it when it’s his turn. I'm 65 with back issues but this makes it so much easier to do the baths for them now." —Kathleen Ricciardi

"This tool has saved me. The hose is long and reaches all the way to the far end of the tub, there is literally no escape for the wayward doggos. The brush head thing is comfortable for them, they love it for scratching their itchies and it gets through my huskies impenetrable waterproof coat to actually get her wet! It also washed out all the soap from the Pyrenees’s coat easily — something I’d only dreamed was possible. The variable spray strength options are awesome, my terrier is a wimp and needs a light gentle spray while the Lab needs everything I’ve got, water-wise. Being able to turn it off at the hand, rather than turning off the entire shower, is well… incredible. No refiguring temperature on my finicky dials. It also desheds and gets all that loose dead hair off amazingly!" —Amber

Get it from Amazon for $30.70+ (available in two sizes).

I previously had bought smaller towels, so I already knew my pup liked getting toweled down after playing in water, being hosed down, or coming in from the rain or snow. My favorite part about having these towels is that they are his towels, and he knows it. But even better, they fit easily in his go-bag, and they are cheap enough to buy over and over because sometimes in the summer they get filled with burrs or sticks, which can be difficult to remove. The towels are machine-washable, soft, and dry super fast.

We recently had a snowstorm, and they were a lifesaver for removing clumps of snow from his legs and getting him dried off each time we came inside. Also, it takes my dog a long time to dry if he gets really wet, so sometimes I just let him walk around or lie with the towel draped over him to soak up all the moisture, and it's lightweight enough that he doesn't mind at all (unless it falls in front of his face, lol)!

Promising reviews: "Impressed with how well they dry. My dog is a shepherd mix and it makes dry times much quicker. I'll probably buy a couple more of these. Great purchase!" —Dexter Taylor

"Really makes dog smell clean instead of a wet pet smell on towel." —Renell Smith

Get a two-pack from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in two colors and also a six-pack).

Promising reviews: "No more doggy smell!!! I LOVE patchouli and I was so excited to find something safe and natural to use for my pup. It only took a few sprays, to lightly dampen his fur. I just gave him a bath a couple of days ago and this was the perfect refresh for him! I love the spray bottle it comes in, very easy to use and gives a nice misty poof, not a thick stream like some spray bottles. It doesn’t smell artificial or doggy. My pup doesn’t seem to mind it, it’s not irritating to him (or me). I definitely plan to try another scent!" —Amazon Customer

"If you're looking for a long-lasting scent to help keep your dog smelling fresh in between baths this is your product. I would recommend starting sparingly, as the scent is quite strong and your dog may not like it for that reason. My dog has sensitive skin and he does not have issues with this spray. The spray bottle is sturdy and well-made for ease of use." —Mary Bowling

Get it from Amazon for $14.99 (available in four scents).

Promising review: "Love these little tear combs. My dog has really bad tear stains. I bought Angel Tears pet tear stain remover, which removes the reddish rust stain, but not completely. I get the eye really wet with it on a cotton disk then comb the hair under and around the eye with this little magical comb. You get all the yuk out of their hair." —Debbie Darling

This thing is a miracle worker! I have a ten-month old chow chow puppy, and we've successfully entered the no-more-accidents-in-the-house phase of life 🙌 , but I had five months of poorly-cleaned stains from vomit and urine on my carpets that needed some serious power put behind them. I nabbed the Little Green on a discount during Fall Prime Day and a week later, my puppy threw up SEVEN times after a later dinner and very exciting round of the zoomies throughout the night. Long story short: this portable carpet cleaner removed every single stain, including older stains that I thought had set into the carpet and were a lost cause, and I learned I can use it on my couch from a previous vinegar and baking soda stain! If you have pets of children, I seriously recommend adding this portable cleaner to your arsenal. I wish it came with a storage bag because I literally take it to other people's houses to tackle their stains. So satisfying!

Promising review: "The dog that I raised as my child decided to vomit whatever snack he ate last night. Also it sat in this rug for about 9 hours. Needless to say, I was annoyed. Haven’t used this baby too often but I’ve borrowed it to people. I got to it this morning and did a before and after a clean that took about 10 minutes or so. I didn't dump the water yet cause I’m going to use the rest on some other spots. But it works great!! I totally recommend this to anyone who has pets or any other little friends who make messes. Adult friends or child friends. I’m sure this will work great. 10/10." —Wendy Campos

Promising review: "This stuff is absolute magic! I first purchased these pads a few years back when I got my puppy and she made my living room rug her personal pee pad. It's unbelievable how the stain just rises to the pad and removes the smell! I just finished my last pad so had to replenish. I will say, the fresher the stain is, the better this product will work but it definitely does improve old stains as well." —Natalia H.

Get a pack of 20 from Amazon for $42.50.

Friendly reminder that aloe vera and eucalyptus can be toxic for dogs when ingested (but safe on skin unless allergic), so make sure your pups don't swallow these wipes and always supervise cleanings if not doing it yourself!

Promising reviews: "These wipes are very convenient to have. It definitely beats pouring solution on a cotton swab while trying to also keep your dog sane. Just grab a wipe and do your thing. My dogs actually seem to enjoy ear cleanings now. And they really do clean well. There’s so many in a container, it lasts me a long time." —Bekah

"These have really helped with ear cleanings for my golden retrievers. We have tried a few different products. My dogs seem to not mind these wipes. They do a great job of collecting the gunk. I recommend!" —Brittany

Promising reviews: "We won't use any other shampoo for our fur babies! Great for the skin and coats. Relieves itching. Smells amazing! Highly recommend!" —Marlee

"I really like the results of Skout’s shampoo. It was nice and lathering but rinsed out easily. The scent was not overpowering but definitely left a clean smell on my puppy instead of just a wet dog scent. As her fur dried it was nice and soft and her skin was not irritated by it and was soft as well. I’ve noticed less scratching so that’s definitely a win for her. I also bought the refreshing probiotic spray that’s really nice to use in between bathing especially since it’s been raining a lot in our area lately for the Spring. I just spray a little on from her ears down her back to the tail and brushing it in to leave her smelling good all over again. I really love these products and they are all natural which is really important to me not using harsh chemicals on my fur baby." —Mary Miller 

Get it from Amazon for $21.49 (available in five scents).

 An LED health counter and motion sensor monitors the frequency of your kitty's bathroom breaks and a manual rake button allows you to clean the litter box if you feel like it needs some refreshing. And grab reusable trays here!

Promising review: "It’s been almost a year I think since I’ve gotten this litter box and it is the best expensive thing I’ve ever spent on my cat. I had a hard time cleaning the box even when I wasn’t pregnant, which resulted in nasty clumps stuck to the bottom of my normal boxes and even rendering my roll-based “self-cleaning” litter boxes useless. The smell is contained a million times better than with regular litter box. It takes 30 seconds to change out, and I don’t have to worry about it for either a month or at least 20 uses. My cat is even a lot happier, and has never once pooped on the floor or on my carpet.  My only two complaints are so minor: Having to wipe down the machine every so often and get poop off the grates, and the crystal litter does track out of the box and hurts to step on (like dull glass shards 😭). Super easy things to fix and overcome, honestly. The money is worth not having to scoop out cat poop ever again." —Nina

Get it from Amazon for $129.99+ (available in four styles).

Promising review: "Love Dr. Elsey's cat litter! I have tried several brands throughout the years with my cats and this one clumps nice and it doesn’t stick to the bottom of the pan hardly at all. If it does stick a little, it will scoop off easily. It has almost NO DUST and the litter barely sticks to my cat’s paws. This litter is superior over all of the brands I have tried. It also has good odor control too. I smell it a little bit but not as much as some of the other brands. If you’re thinking about trying Dr. Elsey’s litter, go for it, I don’t think you would be disappointed... Make sure you get the ULTRA litter. I have tried the other ones and they are pretty good too, but this one is the best out of all of Dr. Elsie’s litter." —Roku Fan

Get it from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in two sizes).

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