While sharing your home with a dog has its benefits, it also comes with its downfalls - especially if you're house-proud. Dogs can add an extra layer of security to the home as they alert you to people walking up your drive, unfamiliar sounds in the neighbourhood, or movements in the garden late at night.
But they're not known for their hygiene - and can stink up the place after coming in from playing in the garden in the rain. One cleaning guru has taken to Mumsnet to share the 32p item dog owners can use to stop their house from smelling like wet dog.
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