Does your dog like to roll in deer, geese and dog poop? Dogs usually like to rub the scent into the hair around their neck, I assume so they can easily waft the odor. This instinctive behavior makes every dog owner cringe and shout out, “Stop rolling in THAT!”
Most dogs don’t get too excited when they are about to get a bath. Actually, most dogs really don’t like getting a bath. Bathing a dog too often will dry out their coat and skin. Depending on the dogs activities and dog breed determines how often a bath is necessary.
Daily brushing will help keep your dog clean between baths. Using the appropriate grooming brush stimulates your dog’s scalp, which benefits the skin, undercoat and overall pet coat. The Oval Shedding Slicker Pet Brush is designed to remove all dead hair and is suitable for all coat types: long-haired; wire & course-hair; short & smooth-hair breeds. Brushing your pet can also be a wonderful bonding experience.
Using the correct dog shampoo is essential in keeping your pet’s skin and coat healthy. When a shampoo is soothing, especially for dogs with sensitive skin, the bathing experience will be better for the dog and the bather. Pet shampoo is formulated for the pH of dog’s skin. The skin pH level of a human is more acidic than dog skin; therefore your shampoo could irritate your dogs’ skin.
There is a pet shampoo for all types of pet coats and skin sensitivities. Tearless, whitening, deodorizing, sensitive skin, flea and tick …. even waterless shampoo is available to keep a dog clean and smelling fresh. Cucumber Melon 12 oz Dog Shampoo & 4 oz Daily Spritz from nootie comes in a combination shampoo & daily spritz bottle. Your dog will smell fresh everyday! A homemade dog shampoo using dish soap, apple cider vinegar, glycerin and water works great for most breeds.
Apple cider vinegar mixed with warm water is also an effective rinse to restore the ph balance of your dog’s skin after a shampoo. In addition to treating hot spots, apple cider vinegar also treats ringworm, fleas, ticks and other skin conditions. Since we are talking about the benefits of apple cider vinegar, a splash in the dog’s water bowl helps keep the digestive system balanced. Yeah ACV!
Whether you use a store bought dog shampoo or use a homemade shampoo, be sure to rinse all the shampoo out. When soap ingredients dry on the skin they tend to cause irritation and itchiness. After your dog has finished shaking, an old t-shirt works well to massage and dry off your dog.
Dogs tend to be outside often during the summer months. They perspire and inevitably roll, sit or lay in dirt. The summer time baths can turn into pleasant experiences by using the pet shampoo that is right for your dog!
