OES Friendly bug repellant?

Hello Everyone,

I took a walk to explore the area I was considering walking my future doggy and I found a beautiful quiet road with woods on either side not 10 minutes from my house.

Typically for this kind of outing, I douse myself in OFF bug repellent and it occurred to me that if my dog were to lick me he'd ingest the stuff. I'm guessing this would be bad for him. Are there any bug repellents that are non-toxic to animals? Do dogs ever need to wear bug repellent?

Kat

p.s my original subject line was OES Friendly dog repellent, sure glad I proofed the message before I posted....
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LOL...... dog repellant. I read that line and giggled, nearly spilling my coffee!! LOL

:lol:

I have not heard of any. If someone knows... please do tell.
I think citronella would be safe, but dogs generally hate the smell of it.
I just avoid taking them out at times when the bugs are bad.
My vet told me that the kid-friendly bug repellent works well on dogs. Just a spray or two on their underside. DO NOT SOAK!
i have a shampoo that has a bug-repelling feature:

http://www.cherrybrook.com/index.cfm/a/ ... ar_Shampoo

its the Mr. Groom Prickly Pear variety. I've used it, and liked the results.
I'm no sure as we haven't had the need. I would assume it should be deet free if your concerned with licking. I would also think the ones for children would be safe, also Skin So Soft by Avon is suppose to work well, but personally I would call my vet just to be absolutely sure.
Please let us know...........Kathy
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