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Dog
Shampoo 101
There is a
bewildering selection of human shampoos on the market and new dog
shampoos are appearing almost as rapidly. This vast array of choices
can make it difficult to select the best shampoo to meet your dog’s
needs.
To Choose a Good Dog
Shampoo:
Consider Your
Dog's Skin Type.
Does your dog have dry, oily
or normal skin? Chances are that you'll find one to meet your
dog's needs.
Opt for an
All Natural Shampoo.
Some of the synthetic
ingredients in shampoo can be skin irritants. The rule of
thumb: You should be able to easily pronounce all the
ingredients and know what they are.
Consider Flea
and Tick Season.
If your dog has a
serious flea and tick problem, you may want to consider a shampoo
containing pyrethrins. Unfortunately, this ingredient is not
generally found in all natural dog shampoos. If you select a product
containing this ingredient, be sure to avoid getting it in your
dog’s mouth and eyes during his bath. This ingredient can be toxic
to your dog at high concentrations.
Does Your Dog
have Sensitive Skin?
If your dog has
itchy, irritated skin, two ingredients to look for are aloe vera and
oatmeal. If these ingredients don’t solve the problem, you may want
to consider a medicated shampoo with a low dose of hydro cortisone
to treat the irritation. Try to avoid dog shampoos with a lot of
synthetic ingredients since they can aggravate.
New at Funky
Mutt:
Paw Planet Shampoos
are available in three formulas: Everyday , Oatmeal, and
Hypoallergenic. $14 for 16oz
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