As a responsible and loving pet parent, you’ll do everything in your power to keep your fur baby strong and healthy. You feed them the best food, get them groomed by top professionals, and take them to the most qualified veterinarians. But you could be overlooking an important step in your dog’s care regimen: bathing them regularly.
Sure, it keeps them looking and smelling good, but coat care is actually an essential part of maintaining your pup’s health and wellness. It’s their first line of defense against parasites and main way of regulating body temperature, in addition to a host of other benefits. To learn more about the best ways to care for your dog, read our post on coat types and their specific maintenance routines.
Bathing and brushing your four-legged friend consistently between grooming appointments will do wonders for their coat. It removes the dirt and dead hair, cleans and soothes their skin, and more evenly distributes natural oils across their coat. With targeted shampoo formulas, you can address your pup’s specific needs, from relieving sensitive and itchy skin or eradicating fleas and ticks. Last, but definitely not least, regular coat care will substantially reduce pet odors!
Every pup has his or her own requirements, so we suggest confirming with your vet to find out how often you should bathe your fur baby. Once you have a pulse on the right bathing, cadence for your pup, check out these suggestions on the best dog shampoos below!
With no shortage of shampoo for dogs on the market — from organic and all-natural to medical strength and everything in between — it can be confusing and difficult to know which option to choose. At Barkbus, we strive to provide top-of-the-line service and use the most high quality products — including dog shampoo! For the full scoop on the best shampoo for puppies and dogs, keep reading for a round-up of our favorites that you can use at home.
Perhaps you’re considering using your human shampoo on your pup’s coat so we’ll tell you right now that you’re barking up the wrong tree — human shampoo is too acidic for their hair and skin. So whether you’re looking for the top all-around solution, or you’re simply not sure where to start, we recommend looking into a few of the brands below. Each offers a wide range of options for some of the best dog conditioners and shampoos on the market, so odds are good that you’ll find the perfect product for your pup.
You might be surprised to find out that dogs do have allergies, and in fact, it could be the root cause of other issues like itchy skin. While food allergies are rare, many of our furry friends have sensitivities to pollen and fleas which cause an allergic reaction and irritate their skin. Consider looking into the following shampoo choices to keep your pup allergy-free and happy.
Perhaps your pup picked up a tick or two. Not a big deal in general, but if left unaddressed, causes some real health issues. To take care of your four-legged friend, we highly recommend using one of the top dog shampoo brands listed below as soon as you can. Treatment routines vary based on brand and the needs of your fur baby so be sure to follow the instructions for suggested use, and consult your veterinarian first.
If your dog is constantly grooming (licking) themselves, it’s a good signal their skin is irritated. While it could just be an indication that it’s bath-time, your fur baby could also have sensitive skin. Luckily, there are a lot of dog shampoos for sensitive and itchy skin on the market so you can have your pick of the litter. Here are some of our top choices to effectively and safely soothe your pup’s skin:
As a puppy parent, it’s important to know that many products contain ingredients to avoid as they can be harmful to younger dogs. We don’t recommend bathing your puppy if they’re younger than six weeks old, as they have trouble regulating their body temperature and staying warm when wet. Then you’ll want to have a dog shampoo formula designed for fur babies with fewer than 12 weeks of age. Fortunately, there are a few options available which are safe and effective, but our top choice is almost guaranteed to keep your pup happy, healthy, and growing!
While there’s no one-size-fits-all solution, we look for a few key qualities in a brand, like natural ingredients that are safe and effective. But if we’re being honest, we love to spoil our fur babies, so we jump at the chance to make the grooming experience feel more like a spa day for your dog.
Nature's Specialties Shampoos and Conditioners has a variety of all-natural and high quality products made with only the best ingredients. At Barkbus, we use a number of Nature’s Specialties products such as the blueberry, oatmeal, and hypoallergenic dog shampoo and conditioners. With a wide range of offerings, you can find the perfect coat care solution for your four-legged friend.
Each Barkbus vehicle carries an array of specialty products such as a gentle oatmeal sensitive skin shampoo and a blueberry face wash that are included in each service. Our blueberry facial brightens the coat and gets rid of tear stains, while the oatmeal shampoo soothes and moisturizes dry, itchy skin and provides odor control, making it one of the best dog shampoos for odor. Ask one of our world-class pet stylists about what’s best for your pup!
