Puppy Wash?

I know this seems like it should be an obvious question, but I want to make sure everything is absolutely perfect for my new baby. Is there a certain kind of shampoo I should use for puppies, like how humans have baby shampoo? I'm just a little ignorant about if puppies have sensitive skin or not...

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Permalink Reply by Angie DesPeaux on September 20, 2008 at 10:15pm

Yes there is puppy shampoo you can purchase at PetSmart or Petco that is more gentle than regular adult dog shampoo.

I highly suggest going with something without the ingredient Sodium Lauryl Sulfate - its harmful to humans and I will not use anything on my dog that I wouldn't use on myself (that's not to say that anything safe for humans is safe for dogs, of course.)

Personally, I use plant based, petroleum free products on myself and I prefer to have the same standard for my animals.

Try something like GreenPaws or look for products advertised as Petrolum/Phosphate Free, Organic, Soap-Free, Sulfate Free.

Hope this helps!

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Permalink Reply by Tenley on September 21, 2008 at 2:37am

thank you!

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Permalink Reply by Angie DesPeaux on September 21, 2008 at 5:31am

Not a problem!

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Permalink Reply by Reese on September 21, 2008 at 8:39am

I use Earth Bath on Reese.... I first bought the puppy one, but she got dandruff. I switched to the Earth Bath Oatmeal and Aloe and that seems to work very well for her.

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Permalink Reply by Tenley on September 21, 2008 at 5:05pm

Thanks for the advice!

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Permalink Reply by Cindi on September 21, 2008 at 9:31am

Yep, stay with an organic puppy shampoo. There are so many chemicals added to dog shampoos and the people ones, as well. Be sure you don't over-shampoo, either. We bathe The Clan about every other week or so along with a good Furminating and coat rake. Take your time and make bath time enjoyable. With a small pup, have a warm towel waiting, too. Congrats on the new pup!!!!