Dog Shampoo
Padpatrol
any recommendations? My short hair doxie only gets a bath about every
other month, or when she rolls in something. Her skin can be so
sensitive. My vet didn't have a recommendation, but she suggested I use
baby shampoo which she also caused her to develop a skin rash, in spite of
the fact I used mega rinses.
Any suggestions?
Amy Butcher
>There are SO MANY choices available at Pet's Mart and others - anyone >have any recommendations? My short hair doxie only gets a b=
ath about >every other month, or when she rolls in something. Her skin can be so
>sensitive. My vet didn't have a recommendation, but she suggested I use
>baby shampoo which she also caused her to develop a skin rash, in spite
>of the fact I used mega rinses.
>
>Any suggestions?
Ask another vet? There are umpteen kinds of medicated and sensitive skin
shampoos (some with oatmeal, aloe vera, ad infinitum). I have a problem
with this with my Collie and it was a hit-or-miss deal for the lady who
had him previously before she found things that worked. Unless he
develops an irritation, he is bathed in Oxfresh Pet Shampoo, which seems
to work well. You might check it out. Trying different ones out can be
an expensive endeavor, but one well worth it if your pet's comfort is a
concern. Generally speaking, shampoos for humans are NOT good items for
animals, particularly ones with sensitive skin. I would think a vet
would know this? Good luck.
sham...@inferno.com
I really like Francodex's Oatmeal Shampoo (just the regular, not flea or
medicated) along with their conditioner.
Kate
Julia Hsi Morris
catalogs or some(but not all) pet supply stores. It's very mild and
hypo-allergenic. Good for puppies and dogs with sensitive skin.
--Julia
--
Julia Hsi Morris, PhD
jhmo...@utmdacc.mda.uth.tmc.edu
Dept. of Neuro-Oncology
M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, TX
Bob and Traci Kellum
gentle and totally organic. I use it as a shower gel, bubble bath,
dog shampoo (it doesn't get really sudsy unless you get the high suds
bottle) and about a million other household uses. It comes with a
money back guarantee so you will have nothing to lose.
Traci
Dr. Greg McWatt D.V.M.
natural based shampoo with no detergents and no chemicals and the most
effective odour control available try Oxyfresh Pet shampoo
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Thanks.
Carolyn Amy
(Padpatrol) wrote:
> There are SO MANY choices available at Pet's Mart and others - anyone have
> any recommendations? My short hair doxie only gets a bath about every
> other month, or when she rolls in something. Her skin can be so
> sensitive. My vet didn't have a recommendation, but she suggested I use
> baby shampoo which she also caused her to develop a skin rash, in spite of
> the fact I used mega rinses.
>
> Any suggestions?
I have a toy poodle. I bath her often. My vet recommended this shampoo
that is oatmeal based with flea/tick medicine. I cannot remember the name,
but you can only buy it in a vet's office. I use oatmeal soap (Aveeno)
myself as I have sensitive skin. I dare not use human shampoos on dogs.
Dog's skin is so different from humans. Also, giving your dog only one
bath a month plays a role in her skin problem. Try locating an oatmeal
based CANINE shampoo and bath your dog at least once a week. Good Luck!
--
Carolyn Amy
ca...@neosoft.com
Bradley T. Mitchell
3 weeks, who has the worst habit of eating his own waste. The vet has
given me FORBID powder, which did no good. Now he says it is could be a
parasite in his body that will on occasion show up in his stool.
Needless to say, this new medicine has not worked either. The dog's
stomach is always upset for obvious reasons.
Has anyone else had this problem, and if so, how did you get rid of it.
I am at my wit's end. I tried putting Tobasco sauce on his bm's in the
yard and he still ate them. Then he was sick all night and the next
day. I suppose I deserved it.
If you have any suggestions, please post or E-Mail me at
tour...@ix.netcom.com
Thanks in advance,
Brad
sham...@inferno.com
CA>In article <48882l$i...@newsbf02.news.aol.com>, padp...@aol.com
CA>(Padpatrol) wrote:
CA>> There are SO MANY choices available at Pet's Mart and others - anyone have
CA>> any recommendations? My short hair doxie only gets a bath about every
CA>> other month, or when she rolls in something. Her skin can be so
CA>> sensitive. My vet didn't have a recommendation, but she suggested I use
CA>> baby shampoo which she also caused her to develop a skin rash, in spite of
CA>> the fact I used mega rinses.
CA>>
CA>> Any suggestions?
CA>I have a toy poodle. I bath her often. My vet recommended this shampoo
CA>that is oatmeal based with flea/tick medicine. I cannot remember the name,
CA>but you can only buy it in a vet's office. I use oatmeal soap (Aveeno)
CA>myself as I have sensitive skin. I dare not use human shampoos on dogs.
CA>Dog's skin is so different from humans. Also, giving your dog only one
CA>bath a month plays a role in her skin problem. Try locating an oatmeal
CA>based CANINE shampoo and bath your dog at least once a week. Good Luck!
CA>--
CA>Carolyn Amy
CA>ca...@neosoft.com
I use Francodex's Oatmeal Shampoo and Conditioner it's wonderful
Katre
Kate even
Rachel Priebee
>
> Anyone heard of this one? Personally, I just use an antibacterial/anti-
> fungal shampoo followed up with my own personal natural herbal shampoo.
> I just thought I would ask here. :)
I always thought that human shampoo was too strong for dogs.
Rachel
Margaret T Earl
Carolyn Amy <ca...@neosoft.com> wrote:
>Dog's skin is so different from humans. Also, giving your dog only one
>
Ummmm...double check that. In some cases, bathing your dog that often
can *cause* skin problems.
Dog hair is not like human hair in that you can wash it often. And dog hair
is such that it will repel dirt rather than attract dirt...not all, but such
that you don't have to wash your dog every day like you can with your hair.
Washing your dog often can strip the fur of the needed oils and such and
expose the dog to rashes, etc.
Talk with your vet for recommendations on how often to bathe and what
shampoos are good for your dog.
Peg
Vicki C. Daughtry
coats, I use a shampoo called Ecto-Soothe. It's only available from my vet.
Also, I only shampoo the dogs every two weeks.
sham...@inferno.com
Try Francodex's Oatmeal Shampoo and conditioner. We've bathed our two
dogs once a week for years with no problems. We just found this shampoo
the beginning of the year and love it. Ishka has some dandruff which
tar shampoo didn't help, this cleared up the problem the first time.
Kate
Bob Smith
>problems....there are many different choices available...
I have a rather large outdoor only dog that has never had a bath! Until
this year there has never been a problem, this year the flea infestation
is driving her nuts, I have used flea powder with some success. I am
desperate now and would like to know if there is such a thing as a dry
shampoo, as this dog dislikes water and is too much for me to handle
alone, and she is still bothered by fleas. Any help would be appreciated.
Thank you
Dr. Steven Melman
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>
>
> I use Francodex's Oatmeal Shampoo and Conditioner it's wonderful
>
> Katre
> Kate even
I CREATED DermaPet Hypoallergenic shampoo for the purpose of general
cleansing-daily if necessary. ALLAY, is my oatmeal shampoo. Neither
product contains any soap, dye or fragrances and both are totally clear.
ALLAY is the only oatmeal shampoo at his time- that does not need to be
shaken. And I am a vet dermatologist.
--
Dr. Steven Melman
Internet Vet Clinic
Animal Dermatology and Behavior Clinic
E-Mail: Derm...@aol.com
snail mail: PO Box 59713, Potomac, MD (I have an office for consults in Palm Springs, CA)
Home page: http://www.webworqs.com/dermapet/
phone: 800-755-4738, 301-983-8387, 619-343-0073
fax: 301-365-0191
Robin Nuttall
>
>I always thought that human shampoo was too strong for dogs.
>
>
I know several show people who use human shampoo with very good
results--KMS products being one. They dilute them about 1/2 with water
before use.
Jasper is very skin sensitive to shampoo. I use a hypoallergenic shampoo
and rinse very well. If fleas are a problem I use a surface spray (I use
Vet Kim) on the furniture, etc. He can actually tolerate flea sprays
pretty well. It's the shampoos and coat conditioners that really tear him
up (esp. Brown-Out shampoo and Bio-Groom).
Robin, Jasper and Dreamer
ro...@imed.missouri.edu
(my opinions are my own!)
Doberman page: http://www.hsc.missouri.edu/people/robin/rjntp.html
Abby's rescue page: http://www.hsc.missouri.edu/people/robin/abby.html
Amy Butcher
>
>I have a rather large outdoor only dog that has never had a bath! Until
>this year there has never been a problem, this year the flea infestation
>is driving her nuts, I have used flea powder with some success. I am
>desperate now and would like to know if there is such a thing as a dry
>shampoo, as this dog dislikes water and is too much for me to handle
>alone, and she is still bothered by fleas. Any help would be appreciated.
>Thank you
>
>
>
I cannot testify as to its effectiveness in dogs, but I know for a fact
this works in hoomans:
Add 1 tablespoon cider vinegar/gallon of drinking water. It's a natural
repellant, and an idea that came to me through one of my Native American
contacts. It can also be applied like any repellant - (i.e., moisten a
towel and rub your legs with it - full strength) and does not have any
odor-staying power, vinegar-wise. Your dog may or may not like the
additive in the drinking water, but it's worth a try! Garlic pills will
also prove to be somewhat effective in repelling fleas.
Another REALLY great trick that works wonders in my outdoor kennels is
cedar bedding. There is NOTHING, and I mean, NOTHING that does better,
no matter the treatment (I mean, I am sold on this one!)
I have several dogs who remained outdoor-kenneled throughout this summer.
I live in a cabin in the middle of the pine/cedar woods of central, rural
North Carolina. Folks all about me were battling fleas to the tune of
hundreds$ for the season (and OUR season isn't over yet), but my dogs
were virtually flea-less. Cedar bedding, freshened 3-4 X/year is VERY
effective. And if you don't think the Shelties have a coat for fleas,
check one out sometime :-).
There ARE dry shampoos on the market, but haven't heard of one for fleas.
Doesn't mean it's not there - I just don't use dry shampoos.
Good luck,
Amy Butcher, Sheltie Breeder
Lover of ALL Canines, Master of None
(they're just TOO smart for me!) :-)
Dr. Greg McWatt D.V.M.
Then all you would have to do is give your dog one pill a month and
possibly spray him/her for adult fleas if he is still irritated. It will
take roughly three to six months to completely clear up the infestation in
your kennel area provided you have no other sources of flea infestation.
In the mean time your veterinarian may be able to reduce the suffering
your dog is going through. I think that is what we try to do anyway...
sham...@inferno.com
Is your product available in pet stores. Actually I don't think shaking
the shampoo is a big deal :)
Kate
Dr. Steven Melman
Regarding DermaPet products that do NOT require shaking (they also have no
soap, dyes, fragrances, are all natural and DESIGNED BY A VETERINARY
DERMATOLOGIST):
Shaking is a very BIG deal when you consider
1. Particles that are not evenly distributed will fall to the bottom of
the botle if not properly and vigorously done.
2. Even with shaking, particles are not 100% evenly distributed giving
an even dose distribution upon each delivery.
3. Particles are more difficult to remove from the skin and coat,
causing a film or build-up which is deleterious to the skin and coat.
DermaPet products are available to pet-owners everywhere. All DermaPet
shampoos share these unique qualities.
See home page http://www.webworqs.com/dermapet for more details.
Dr. Melman