How often should I bathe my dog and what shampoo is best for her coat?

Usually maximum one bath every two weeks would be enough to keep her clean. Hypoallergenic (oatmeal) or specific shampoo designed for dogs should be used. Hope this answer was helpful, but please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.

Some dogs only need to be bathed once every 1-2 months while others do better with more frequent bathing. I generally don't recommend bathing more than once a week since it can lead to dry skin. If Suzy has a dermatologic issue your vet might recommend bathing more frequently.

Hi. I would recommend bathing once every week to every other week. And i would recommend using a good oatmeal based shampoo and conditioner. Your veterinarian most likely has a great shampoo option . In addition, vit E and omega Fatty acids may help as well. These can be found at your local per store. I would not use human products.

You are bathing them quite a lot, dogs coats quickly get stripped of natural oils that help the skin. I would only wash a dog every 2 to 3 months unless they are very smelly or have a skin condition requiring medicated shampoo. You could be damaging their skin barrier.

Hi there and thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! It is true that over bathing may cause dryness and can be irritating to the skin. However, sometimes dogs with skin allergies and bathed very frequently and it actually helps them. So you may need to monitor Bear and see if frequent bathing causes any dryness or redness to his skin. There are several products on the market that are more like dry shampoo or mousse that you could brush through Bear's coat to eliminate some of the dirt and odor. If necessary you can also bathe Bear every one to two weeks, but please do it less frequently if you notice any dryness or redness of the skin related to bathing.

Bathing your dog weekly may be too excessive and can lead to dry skin and itchiness. I would recommend bathing no more than one to two times a month. Most pet stores carry dog safe brands of pet shampoo. Most brands are just fine to use on Rocky.

I typically recommend bathing no more than once every week or every 2 weeks unless there is a skin condition requiring frequent medicated baths. If Luna’s skin is not becoming dried out or irritated the frequency of bathing and the type of shampoo you are using is probably fine. If Luna is itchy, her skin is red or flakey, or if she has an unusual odor, she may have a skin condition. If this is the case she needs to have an examination done by your veterinarian to address her skin issues. She may need a medicated shampoo and antibiotics or an antifungal medication to help clear up the infection. I hope this helps. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. Best of luck.