Best Dog Repellent Sprays of 2025

"I carry it every morning while walking my dog. I haven't had to use it lately, but as a Meter Reader for an electric utility, I relied on HALT extensively 45 years ago. Yes, they still make this same stuff."

"I feel much safer walking my dog. When a loose dog approached us, I sprayed it right in front, and it stopped immediately! I even gave this to my mom since she rides her bike a lot. Highly recommended!"

"We had an aggressive dog coming onto our property, and after using this spray just once, it never returned. Now, I feel much safer walking in my front yard again."

"I have a 9-month-old golden doodle who has destroyed my living room furniture. I bought this Bitter no chew spray based on reviews, and it has been an awesome product. It has a strong smell, sort of like cheap cologne, but it works! I sprayed it on everything she chewed, and now there’s no more chewing. The look on her face when she tried to chew a treated area was priceless. It really does the job!"

"I bought this because my golden retriever puppy thought I was a chew toy. I can confirm it tastes bitter because I accidentally tasted it myself. It smells great, like lemongrass, but I found it ineffective. No matter how much I sprayed on his toys, he just licked it off and wanted more. So, I’d say save your money; it didn’t work for me."

"I was hoping this spray would help my dog stop licking herself, but it only worked for short periods. I think my dog just got used to it quickly. It's a disappointment for me, though I can see it might work for others."

"I've used this spray three times during walks, and it really works to deter loose dogs. The spray reaches far enough that my own dogs never get caught in it. I always keep it in my hand for easy access."

"I bought this spray after my dog was attacked. It worked effectively when a loose dog charged at us. I panicked and used almost the whole can, but I felt so relieved it worked. I'll definitely be buying another one."

"This spray has been a game changer for me, especially with my reactive dog. I only needed to use it once, and it sent an aggressive dog running back to its owner without causing any harm."

"I've had to use this product a few times, but I learned to be cautious as even a slight wind can make it spray back at me. Still, it works well and kept me from being bitten. Definitely recommended!"

"After an aggressive dog incident while walking my family, I realized I couldn't go out without this protection. I never leave home without it now. It’s been a lifesaver."

"I got this spray for my spouse to keep in her purse during outings with our kids. Thankfully, she hasn't had to use it yet, but I've tested it, and it works as advertised. I’ll be buying more for our safety!"

"I feel much safer knowing I have this spray with me while walking my senior dog, especially with loose dogs around."

"After using the Halt One spray successfully, I needed a replacement. I was relieved that Halt Two shipped without issues. Recently, a Pitbull mix charged at us, and thankfully, the spray kept him away until his owner could intervene. I truly believe it’s cheap insurance for my safety."

"This product is fantastic, even though I hope I never have to use it. I had a close call with my chihuahua mix when two loose German Shepherds attacked us. Thanks to this spray, she survived the encounter."

"I bought a beautiful area rug, but my 16+-year-old cat peed on it multiple times while I was away. After trying everything to clean it, I discovered this product. After spraying it, my cat walked around the rug without peeing again. Unfortunately, I was too late, and the smell lingered. I highly recommend spraying it right away!"

"When I sprayed this on my bed, two of my three cats ran out, while the third seemed fine with it. The cat that was peeing on the bed left the room, but after 24 hours, the smell faded, and he returned to the bed. It does help keep them off, but it’s not a permanent fix unless sprayed regularly. It’s definitely helpful!"

"After using this on my dogs, I noticed no more marking in my son's room for four months now. It’s been a game-changer, and I’m thrilled with the results!"

"My dog licked her paws until they were sore. Once the sore healed, this spray worked really well to keep her from licking again. It doesn't work on all dogs, though; luckily, mine dislikes the taste!"

"I was struggling with my Maltipoo's nervous licking habit. After using just one bottle, his behavior improved by 95%! Now, he knows when I grab the bottle, it's time to stop licking his feet!"

"We adopted a puppy who was well-behaved until she had to stay alone. After she chewed through our molding, I remembered the sour apple spray from years ago. I coated the wood, and since then, there’s been no more chewing indoors. I can’t recommend this enough!"

"For the first time in three years with this spray, I had to use it on an aggressive dog that charged at my dog. I panicked initially, but after spraying directly at the dog's eyes for 7-10 seconds, it loosened its grip and ran off. It works! I’m so thankful I had it and recommend all dog owners or joggers carry something like this for safety."

"I bought this spray thinking I'd never need it. However, when a German shepherd charged at us, I was ready. I sprayed the dog, and it stopped immediately. The owner yelled at me, but the spray ended up hitting him too. Even with a little on my hand that burned, it saved both me and my dog. I highly recommend this product."

"I often walk past a reactive dog that charges at us. After struggling to fend it off by yelling, I decided to bring this spray on our next walk. When the dog charged again, I sprayed its face, and it turned around instantly. I hope it remembers this lesson, but if not, it’ll get the same treatment again."

"I absolutely love this product! It works wonders on the puppies we've fostered and my younger dog who loves to chew everything. Just a single spray is enough—it's really potent! Just be cautious not to get it on your hands, as the taste is horrible and lingers even after washing."

"I initially thought this would be great based on the reviews, but it didn't work well for my cat. While she seemed uninterested when it was wet, once it dried, she went right back to chewing the wires. It does leave a bitter taste if you don't wear a mask, but I wouldn't say it's as extreme as others have described."

"This stuff is like magic! It worked extremely well on my cats who love to chew cables. After just one taste, they never went back! However, the taste lingered on my fingers even after washing my hands multiple times. I highly recommend using gloves during application to avoid this issue."

"I was a bit skeptical due to the lower price, but once I sprayed the area, my cat left immediately. The smell was a little strong at first, but it didn't linger long."

"I didn’t give this a perfect score for two reasons: the spray gets all over my fingers, and it doesn’t last long. However, it smells mostly like cilantro, which I actually like. My cat avoids the sprayed spots for a few hours, so it's useful for training."

"I sprayed my Christmas tree to keep my kitten away, and so far, it’s working really well! I had to be careful with the application, but it seems effective."