If your dog rolls in something smelly — say, a pile of garbage or the compost heap — giving them a bath is probably a no-brainer. But while some pet parents are seasoned pros when it comes to doggy ...

It's easy to keep your dog fresh and clean by following a few steps Kelli Bender is the Pets Editor at PEOPLE. She has been working at PEOPLE since 2013, covering pets, animal rescue and wildlife.