Hi Mary,
We have minimized the amount of fragrance we use in our Odor Eliminator, so what you are most likely smelling is the product actually breaking up the odor molecules (which sometimes contains ammonia from sweat and other yucky stuff). Many describe it as a swimming pool smell or bleach-like smell, but I can guarantee there is no bleach or chlorine or any harsh chemicals in any of our products.
The reason we took most of the fragrance out was because that is the ingredient most likely to cause irritation with pets. We understand a slight fragrance might be preferred, but we are all about keeping the animals as safe as possible!
Hope that explains the smell and we apologize if it is bothersome, but it should dissipate pretty quickly! If it isn't, send us an email at infoskoutshonor.com and we would be happy to replace the product with something else free of charge!
“I love this stuff! I bought the spray bottle first and then I just ordered the gallon refill size. This is handy to have around to freshen any space. I use it on the couch, recliner, carpet, and my car interior. It leaves a nice clean scent that isn't overpowering.”
“I used this spray on carpets and couch covers where the dogs like to lay. I have to say after almost a week there's still no lingering dog smell in the house. It doesn't leave an overly floral smell like Febreez either. While that's nice sometimes, to me it's just a signal to visitors that your house normally smells like dogs and you had to spray something around to keep them from noticing. The REAL test was a trash can that I keep in the laundry room that doesn't get emptied that often but has the occasional cat food can in it so it can get a little stinky between bags. I sprayed it liberally inside and on the lid and I haven't noticed the smell anymore! I'd buy it again JUST for that!”
