House Pet Products

Keeping your dog clean not only makes your pet feel good to you but to him or herself as well. Shampooing and adequate rinsing leaves the hair shiny and the skin healthy.  Like humans dogs can have different skin types which may affect the appearance and comfort of their coat.  An incorrect shampoo could cause skin irritations. Dog shampoos, not human shampoo is all you should use on your dog.  Dogs require a higher acidity, ph, shampoo than humans. The best shampoos for pets are not loaded with chemicals; they contain ingredients of natural origin.

Skin types can be evaluated by gently parting the hair and observing any healthy or unhealthy conditions on the skin.  Peeling and flaking indicate dry skin.  Greasy feeling hair and skin indicate oily skin.  If you are not sure ask your veterinarian.  If nothing  appears to be problematic your pet has healthy normal skin.

Choose a natural shampoo suited to your dog’s skin type.  Avoid ingredients that are hard to pronounce and scented with strong perfumes.  Special shampoos are sometimes needed to control flea and tick infestations.  Again natural shampoos are a healthy choice.

Very carefully avoid eyes and mouth when shampooing and rinsing. Ears should be treated with care and dried when possible.

A happy clean pet will enjoy a nap in  a truly comfy pet bed.