Shampoo Products for Dogs

Shampoo Products for Dogs

Labrador Training HQ- Bathing your dog is just as important as bathing yourself. It gives you the chance to check your dog for wounds, skin conditions, infections, or lesions. And more than likely they will enjoy it. One thing you should not do is use human shampoo and conditioner. Human shampoos can strip your dog’s skin of their natural oils. Human shampoos are formulated with chemicals that are too harsh for dogs. Using the right shampoo with soothing ingredients like oatmeal, aloe vera, or hydrocortisone can help relieve your dog's itching caused by inflammation, insect bites and hot spots. The occasional use of human shampoo might not be harmful but, frequent use of human products can be harmful to your dog and certainly won’t do the condition of their skin and coat any favors. In case you do have an emergency and don’t have dog shampoo, try to opt for mild formulations used on babies and children.

You should bathe your dog depending on their lifestyle, habits, and breed. Dogs that spend more time indoors may need to be bathed less frequently. Double-coated breeds, such as Labs, should really only be bathed every three months – or even less often – unless they get particularly smelly. Their oily double coats will dry out from too much shampooing, depleting the insulating, protective properties and waterproofing their coat has. The dog’s skin can dry out with frequent washes, causing their fur to become dry and brittle. The dryness of their skin could lead to irritation, scratching, and possibly lesions. If you don’t bathe your dog as needed that could lead to health risk. Dog’s absorb allergens through their skin, unlike humans. And just like frequent washing, this can lead to irritations, scratching and eventually – in extreme cases – lesions.

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Labrador Training HQ has listed a few of the best dog shampoos and conditioners for your furry animal. But if you don’t have the time or patience, bring them to us. Our staff at Diamonds in the Ruff know what they are doing and are equipped with all the right products for your dog. So if you're looking for a professional dog groomer in Abilene look no further. Visit our website at www.diamondsintheruffpetboarding.com to see all that we have to offer.