September 6, 2025
It can be hard to know which is the right dog shampoo for your dog, with so many different products to choose from. You also need to make sure that you are not washing them too frequently, or using products that could irritate their skin.
Firstly, most people don’t realise the pH level of a dog’s skin is different to ours. So, using human shampoos or harsh soaps can strip away their natural oils, leading to dryness, itching, or even skin infections.
That’s why using a shampoo that’s pH balanced for dogs, and made with natural ingredients, like the DGG range, helps to keep your dog’s skin healthy and irritation-free.
For normal skin that isn’t too oil or dry, use a mild, general purpose dog shampoo like the DGG Everyday Shampoo, Relax, or 2 in 1 shampoo and conditioner.
For the white or light-coloured dogs that get stains around their eyes, paws, or belly, you can use a whitening shampoos to help remove them. However, many of these contain bleach which can irritate, or even harm your dog’s eyes and skin.
Look for the DGG Whitening Shampoo, it’s a gentle and bleach-free dog shampoo for lifting stains and brightening coats naturally with no harsh chemicals.
Dogs with very thick or curly hair like can benefit from using the DGG de-tangling spray after their bath.
Ingredients like Oatmeal and Aloe Vera can help heal and protect inflamed and damaged skin in dogs with allergies, Goats Milk dog shampoo can soothe dry flaky skin, while the DGG Hemp Oil Shampoo can nourish a dull coat.
For dogs with skin folds or that prone to bacteria and smelly skin, the DGG Tea Tree Oil Shampoo provides anti-bacterial properties.
For puppies, the DGG puppy shampoo is full of all natural botanicals that are kind on young and sensitive skins. Tips for washing your puppy at home can be found HERE.
For dogs that shed a lot, try the DGG Shed Control Shampoo. For grooming tips to reduce shedding in dogs, click here.
And finally, Fleas don’t just cause itching they can carry infections. But most flea shampoos only kill what’s already there. So, to control fleas, choose a natural repellent dog shampoo with added antibacterial power.
DGG’s Tea Tree Shampoo helps ward off pests and soothes the skin. For extra protection, pair it with regular flea treatments and a quick brush with a flea comb after walks in grassy areas. Remember to keep their flea & parasite control up to date. To learn more about what to do about fleas on dogs, click here.
Washing your dog too often, or not rinsing salt water, sand or shampoo off properly, can lead to itchy, dry skin and even allergic reactions.
Stick to bathing your dog no more than 3–4 weeks, unless absolutely needed, and rinse and dry them thoroughly.
Ever wondered why your hairdresser washes your hair twice with shampoo? That’s because one wash often isn’t enough to get rid of deep-down dirt and oils. It’s the same for our dogs.
The first wash lifts grease and grime, the second lets the nutrients and conditioners do their job. Your dog will come out cleaner, shinier, and smelling great if you double shampoo your dog.
If you have a curly or long haired dog breed, or a dog with a double coat, it is important that you brush your dog before washing to avoid matts, which are not only painful, but can cause skin irritations and infections.
You can find the DGG Grooming range at Petstock, and visit the DGG website to download your FREE Grooming Guide.
About the Author: Lara Shannon is a certified dog behaviourist and trainer, pet food nutrition specialist, Executive Producer and Host of Pooches at Play on Channel 10 and editor of Poochesatplay.com. Lara also runs her own dog training business in Melbourne’s Bayside area and is the Author of World of Dogs and Eat, Play, Love Your Dog
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