{"id":98810,"date":"2022-04-22T12:26:02","date_gmt":"2022-04-22T12:26:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-shampoo-is-best-for-puppys\/"},"modified":"2022-04-22T12:26:02","modified_gmt":"2022-04-22T12:26:02","slug":"what-shampoo-is-best-for-puppys","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-shampoo-is-best-for-puppys\/","title":{"rendered":"What shampoo is best for puppys?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-shampoo-is-best-for-puppys\/#What_shampoo_is_best_for_puppys\" title=\"What shampoo is best for puppys?\">What shampoo is best for puppys?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-shampoo-is-best-for-puppys\/#Can_I_use_baby_shampoo_on_my_puppy\" title=\"Can I use baby shampoo on my puppy?\">Can I use baby shampoo on my puppy?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-shampoo-is-best-for-puppys\/#Can_I_use_any_shampoo_on_my_puppy\" title=\"Can I use any shampoo on my puppy?\">Can I use any shampoo on my puppy?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-shampoo-is-best-for-puppys\/#Which_shampoo_should_I_use_for_my_puppy\" title=\"Which shampoo should I use for my puppy?\">Which shampoo should I use for my puppy?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-shampoo-is-best-for-puppys\/#Can_you_use_baby_shampoo_on_a_puppy\" title=\"Can you use baby shampoo on a puppy?\">Can you use baby shampoo on a puppy?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-shampoo-is-best-for-puppys\/#Is_Johnsons_baby_shampoo_safe_for_puppies\" title=\"Is Johnson&#8217;s baby shampoo safe for puppies?\">Is Johnson&#8217;s baby shampoo safe for puppies?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-shampoo-is-best-for-puppys\/#Will_baby_shampoo_hurt_a_dog\" title=\"Will baby shampoo hurt a dog?\">Will baby shampoo hurt a dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-shampoo-is-best-for-puppys\/#Can_you_wash_a_7_week_old_puppy_with_baby_shampoo\" title=\"Can you wash a 7 week old puppy with baby shampoo?\">Can you wash a 7 week old puppy with baby shampoo?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-shampoo-is-best-for-puppys\/#What_can_I_use_to_wash_my_puppy_if_I_dont_have_dog_shampoo\" title=\"What can I use to wash my puppy if I don&#8217;t have dog shampoo?\">What can I use to wash my puppy if I don&#8217;t have dog shampoo?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-shampoo-is-best-for-puppys\/#Can_I_use_human_shampoo_on_my_dog\" title=\"Can I use human shampoo on my dog?\">Can I use human shampoo on my dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-shampoo-is-best-for-puppys\/#Which_shampoo_is_best_for_puppies\" title=\"Which shampoo is best for puppies?\">Which shampoo is best for puppies?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-shampoo-is-best-for-puppys\/#Can_you_use_baby_shampoo_to_wash_a_puppy\" title=\"Can you use baby shampoo to wash a puppy?\">Can you use baby shampoo to wash a puppy?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_shampoo_is_best_for_puppys\"><\/span>What shampoo is best for puppys?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Yes. <\/b><b>While your first option should always be a shampoo made specifically for dogs, if the need arises, baby shampoo is a good choice. Baby shampoo is designed to be gentle and sensitive to skin and non-irritating to the eyes (great for squirmers).<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_use_baby_shampoo_on_my_puppy\"><\/span>Can I use baby shampoo on my puppy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Human shampoo won&#8217;t harm your dog as a one-off but is definitely not recommended as a long term bathing solution. Keep away from human shampoos with added fragrance or colour, as these will be particularly harsh on your pet&#8217;s skin.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_use_any_shampoo_on_my_puppy\"><\/span>Can I use any shampoo on my puppy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Excessive bathing can lead to dry skin in puppies, but it&#8217;s generally fine to bathe them <b>once a month without issue until they reach 6 months old. Some puppies can even tolerate twice monthly bathing. Of course, if your puppy gets excessively dirty or rolls in something stinky, it&#8217;s fine to give them an extra bath.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_shampoo_should_I_use_for_my_puppy\"><\/span>Which shampoo should I use for my puppy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If your dog has dry, itchy, or flaky skin, <b>a moisturizing shampoo is the way to go. Avoid scented shampoos, which often contain chemicals that can further irritate the skin, and opt instead for shampoos with natural ingredients, such as oatmeal, honey, and vitamin E.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_use_baby_shampoo_on_a_puppy\"><\/span>Can you use baby shampoo on a puppy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Yes. <\/b><b>While your first option should always be a shampoo made specifically for dogs, if the need arises, baby shampoo is a good choice. Baby shampoo is designed to be gentle and sensitive to skin and non-irritating to the eyes (great for squirmers).<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Johnsons_baby_shampoo_safe_for_puppies\"><\/span>Is Johnson&#8217;s baby shampoo safe for puppies?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Their hair is different and so is their skin. So the best option is always to use shampoos made specifically for dogs &#8211; better yet, for their own breed or fur type. However, <b>Johnson  Johnson baby shampoo is so soft and free of harmful chemicals that it can be used in dogs &#8211; even in puppies<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Will_baby_shampoo_hurt_a_dog\"><\/span>Will baby shampoo hurt a dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Can I use baby shampoo on my dog? Baby shampoo is generally a better option than regular shampoo as it is clear, odourless and gentle. <b>If your dog has particularly sensitive skin, baby shampoo can be a good choice to combat this as it contains milder ingredients than regular shampoos<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_wash_a_7_week_old_puppy_with_baby_shampoo\"><\/span>Can you wash a 7 week old puppy with baby shampoo?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you must bathe your 7-week-old puppy in a tub or sink, <b>be sure to use a mild puppy shampoo or only water. Your little guy is still too young for adult dog shampoo. If you use a puppy shampoo, use a tearless shampoo and avoid his eyes.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_I_use_to_wash_my_puppy_if_I_dont_have_dog_shampoo\"><\/span>What can I use to wash my puppy if I don&#8217;t have dog shampoo?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Dish detergent is formulated to cut through grease and will do a great job of washing away oils that accumulate on your dog&#8217;s coat and skin. White vinegar has antibacterial and deodorant properties and will leave his coat shiny and clean. Just be careful not to get any in his eyes.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_use_human_shampoo_on_my_dog\"><\/span>Can I use human shampoo on my dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Human shampoo won&#8217;t harm your dog as a one-off but is definitely not recommended as a long term bathing solution. Keep away from human shampoos with added fragrance or colour, as these will be particularly harsh on your pet&#8217;s skin.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_shampoo_is_best_for_puppies\"><\/span>Which shampoo is best for puppies?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Human shampoo won&#8217;t harm your dog as a one-off but is definitely not recommended as a long term bathing solution. Keep away from human shampoos with added fragrance or colour, as these will be particularly harsh on your pet&#8217;s skin.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_use_baby_shampoo_to_wash_a_puppy\"><\/span>Can you use baby shampoo to wash a puppy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Their hair is different and so is their skin. So the best option is always to use shampoos made specifically for dogs &#8211; better yet, for their own breed or fur type. However, <b>Johnson  Johnson baby shampoo is so soft and free of harmful chemicals that it can be used in dogs &#8211; even in puppies<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents What shampoo is best for puppys?Can I use baby shampoo on my puppy?Can I use any shampoo on my puppy?Which shampoo should I use for my puppy?Can you use baby shampoo on a puppy?Is Johnson&#8217;s baby shampoo safe for puppies?Will baby shampoo hurt a dog?Can you wash a 7 week old puppy&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/98810"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=98810"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/98810\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=98810"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=98810"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=98810"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}