I love the way baby shampoo smells! I always use it, but I was just wondering, is baby shampoo ok to use? does it do the same thing as normal shampoo does? I was asking my sister and she told me to watch out for dandruff because baby shampoo is not as strong as normal shampoo and I might start getting dandruff...I haven't yet, but what do you guys think?Is baby shampoo ok to use?
It does do the same thing that regular shampoo does, but baby shampoo is just really gentle on your skin so it doesn't irritate. I'm pretty sure its not as EFFECTIVE as specialized shampoos that remove dandruff and prevent buildup, but you can still use it! I love the smell too :)Is baby shampoo ok to use?
Baby shampoo is much much milder than normal shampoo, as it has to be.
It'll be ok to use and shouldn't give you dandruff, I don't know where she got that idea from!
But it may leave your hair less clean that normal shampoo so you'll have to wash your hair thoroughly.
Don't worry about it too much, it's perfectly safe.
:)
I just went to Google and put ';is baby shampoo good for your hair'; and everything I found was really positive from all kinds of beauty sites. The only thing is your sister is right, apparently it does dry out hte scalp so maybe alternate it something else or maybe get some sort of hair product that would prevent dandruff if you ever start to notice it
reg shampoo would give u dandruf more because it had more chemicals that dries out your skin. common sense will tell u baby shampoo is the most gentle you can get on your hair wich in return may not get it as clean if you have a lot of hair. but if it isnt grease and it smells clean. then it must work.
It's perfectly healthy to use. I would say the only difference is that it doesn't irritate your skin or sting your eyes and it's not as effective as regular shampoo. It's still totally fine to use though. IF you start to get greasy hair and all that then I would recommend switching shampoos. Hope I helped. (:
Yeah, its really good for your hair, its mild and doesn't have anything harsh in it. Thats another reason you wont get dandruff, its texture is lighter so it wont have much residue. Its good for frequent use too.
I love it, i use it most of the time.
I don't think you will get dandruff. I used to do the same, but then my mom told me that it isn't as strong as adult shampoo so I stopped using it. I used for the same reason you use it for.
Yes, but try to use the brands that have been certified and definitely avoid the eyes... Its best to get them to learn how to lean their head back when rinsing at and early age.
the only difference is it doesn't sting your eyes
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No I'd imagine it's fine - if anything it would be gentler on your scalp so less likely to dry out and cause flakes.
Just rinse properly and it'll be fine.
Sure. There shouldn't be any major problems, but if you notice dandruff or greasiness, change shampoos.
As long as it works I wouldnt worry about it. It is gentler so I wouldnt think it would dry your scalp out, but if your concerned just follow with a leave in conditioner
of course it is i use baby shampoo and baby wash allthe time you wont get dandruff un less ur allergic to something so its fine
its totally okay..its not as strong but as long as you keep washing your hair regularly, dandruff shouldn't be a problem.
dnt worry bout dandriff i usedo use it but if ur scared get baby shampoo tht has dandruff control in it
i guess so, if you really wanna,
P.S. i have to admit it smells wonderful i like it
ive used baby shampoo it leaves my hair cleaner and softer and i dont see dandruff so go for it!
It should be fine as long as you use semi small amounts.
It's fine, even better because it's gentle.
If it don't bother your head way not!
use it unless someone don't sees u
Go for it, its finee!
its perfectly healthy to use
ya y not
Friday, January 8, 2010
When did you stop using baby wash/shampoo?
My son is 2-1/2 and I still use baby wash for him. I was just wondering when other parents made the switch to regular soap.When did you stop using baby wash/shampoo?
My son is 2.5 yrs old too and I still use Johnson and Johnson Lavender Shampoo on him. He smells SO GOOD!
I actually don't like when my husband washes him with his soap. He smells like a man, and well, he's 2.5 yrs old. He doesn't need to smell like a man.
I'm not ready to make the switch yet. Plus, it's tear-free, and we all know how bad it hurts to get that stuff in your eyes. Dylan hasn't quite grasped ';tilt your head back'; to avoid shampoo in his eyes. So until then, we use the smell good, tear-free kind! :)When did you stop using baby wash/shampoo?
Around 3 years old my daughter's hair wasn't coming out right with baby shampoo. So i started very carefully using adult shampoo and conditioner on her. I personally used baby shampoo until about 14, when I started to care how my hair smelled.
We got some samples of Dove Nutrium(spelling?) soap at the doctor's office. So my whole family, including Cheyenne, has been using it since she was about a month old. She didn't use regular adult soap until she was 5 and had an odor that the dove couldn't cut. After a few washes with antibacterial soap, she was able to go back to dove.
She is 6 now and uses the suave brand kid shampoo. It seems to do an excellent job without being as painful as adult shampoo when it gets in her eyes.
I would advise other parents to use baby shampoo until at least 4 years old, unless their kid needs something stronger before then. And I would advise them to use a gentle soap such as Dove or Ivory when they make that switch.
I still use it on my 4yo and 2.5yo. Really,I find no reason to switch to soap, as their skin is still very delicate. I use California Baby Super Sensitive wash. I bought a gallon of it, and am finding it lasts a looong time. My younger son has eczema and the Johnson products contain SLS, which aggravates his condition. California Bay is the only thing I have found that has no harsh chemicals, no artificial preservatives and no numbing agents, so I'll stick with it as long as I can.
With my oldest, who is now 4, I stopped using baby shampoo when her hair started growing like crazy all of a sudden (she was pretty much bald her first year). I had to go to a kid's shampoo with conditioner in it, the baby shampoo does not condition at all. But as for baby wash, I admit I still use Johnson's baby wash on her. It makes her skin so soft, no need for lotion and it smells good.
My daughter is 4 1/2, and since I have a HUGE bottle of it, that's what we still use. I had to switch to regular kids shampoo awhile ago when her hair got longer, it would get tangled using the baby shampoo/wash on it. But we still use it to wash her body. I use body wash myself, so I'm thinking either I'll use mine for her after the baby stuff is finally gone, or I know there are kids body washes available from the same companies that make the kids shampoo (Suave, Loreal, etc.).
BTW - it's nice to see someone else wondering about this! And after seeing how many of you still use it for your 4 yr. olds or older, I'm thinking maybe I won't quite make the switch yet! I haven't wanted to, the baby stuff is so gentle and smells so nice!
Never used baby shampoo or body wash since she was born. My pediatrician recommended using Dove Body Wash for Sensitive Skin for both body and hair. My daughter has yet to cry if the soap gets in or near her eyes. The product smells great and seems to do the job quite well. Now that my daughter is much more mature (at 18 months) I also use Dove Shampoo specifically for her hair and keep the Body Wash for her body :)
I've been using Dove soap on Tyler since he's been about 18 months (eczema) but recently I've been using Huggies Washclothes; either sensitive skin or shea butter. I still use baby shampoo for his hair (either Johnson %26amp; Johnson's or Huggies).
my kids are 3 and 4 they do not use baby soap. i really never used them they were both allergic to it. i used neutrogena soap on them. now they just use what we use. but you can use it as long as you like. i know kids that are 7 that still use it!
When my daughter was about 3, because I felt like I needed a better shampoo for her hair. I started buying the Suave 2-in-1 shampoo for kids. Its shampoo and body wash and she likes picking the different scents when we go shopping.
You should look into these.
http://www.johnsonsbaby.com/prodPlatform…
I still use baby shampoo and wash for my 3 yr old, they are tear free and gentle on his skin.
Soaps have too much perfume and can ge in his eyes so i don't want to risk it
I still use it. I'm actually still using stuff that I received from baby showers, LOL!!!
My children are 11,8,5, and 2 and they all still use it. It is better than regular shampoo and it still has the no more tears effect!
oh not til 3 or 4? i still use kid's soap for my kids and theyre 7 %26amp; 8. they love the kids soap.
Mine is 4 and I still use it...but I use an adult conditioner as she has a LOT of hair and it's thick
When I was 2
My oldest is 4 and I still use it. : )
My son is 2.5 yrs old too and I still use Johnson and Johnson Lavender Shampoo on him. He smells SO GOOD!
I actually don't like when my husband washes him with his soap. He smells like a man, and well, he's 2.5 yrs old. He doesn't need to smell like a man.
I'm not ready to make the switch yet. Plus, it's tear-free, and we all know how bad it hurts to get that stuff in your eyes. Dylan hasn't quite grasped ';tilt your head back'; to avoid shampoo in his eyes. So until then, we use the smell good, tear-free kind! :)When did you stop using baby wash/shampoo?
Around 3 years old my daughter's hair wasn't coming out right with baby shampoo. So i started very carefully using adult shampoo and conditioner on her. I personally used baby shampoo until about 14, when I started to care how my hair smelled.
We got some samples of Dove Nutrium(spelling?) soap at the doctor's office. So my whole family, including Cheyenne, has been using it since she was about a month old. She didn't use regular adult soap until she was 5 and had an odor that the dove couldn't cut. After a few washes with antibacterial soap, she was able to go back to dove.
She is 6 now and uses the suave brand kid shampoo. It seems to do an excellent job without being as painful as adult shampoo when it gets in her eyes.
I would advise other parents to use baby shampoo until at least 4 years old, unless their kid needs something stronger before then. And I would advise them to use a gentle soap such as Dove or Ivory when they make that switch.
I still use it on my 4yo and 2.5yo. Really,I find no reason to switch to soap, as their skin is still very delicate. I use California Baby Super Sensitive wash. I bought a gallon of it, and am finding it lasts a looong time. My younger son has eczema and the Johnson products contain SLS, which aggravates his condition. California Bay is the only thing I have found that has no harsh chemicals, no artificial preservatives and no numbing agents, so I'll stick with it as long as I can.
With my oldest, who is now 4, I stopped using baby shampoo when her hair started growing like crazy all of a sudden (she was pretty much bald her first year). I had to go to a kid's shampoo with conditioner in it, the baby shampoo does not condition at all. But as for baby wash, I admit I still use Johnson's baby wash on her. It makes her skin so soft, no need for lotion and it smells good.
My daughter is 4 1/2, and since I have a HUGE bottle of it, that's what we still use. I had to switch to regular kids shampoo awhile ago when her hair got longer, it would get tangled using the baby shampoo/wash on it. But we still use it to wash her body. I use body wash myself, so I'm thinking either I'll use mine for her after the baby stuff is finally gone, or I know there are kids body washes available from the same companies that make the kids shampoo (Suave, Loreal, etc.).
BTW - it's nice to see someone else wondering about this! And after seeing how many of you still use it for your 4 yr. olds or older, I'm thinking maybe I won't quite make the switch yet! I haven't wanted to, the baby stuff is so gentle and smells so nice!
Never used baby shampoo or body wash since she was born. My pediatrician recommended using Dove Body Wash for Sensitive Skin for both body and hair. My daughter has yet to cry if the soap gets in or near her eyes. The product smells great and seems to do the job quite well. Now that my daughter is much more mature (at 18 months) I also use Dove Shampoo specifically for her hair and keep the Body Wash for her body :)
I've been using Dove soap on Tyler since he's been about 18 months (eczema) but recently I've been using Huggies Washclothes; either sensitive skin or shea butter. I still use baby shampoo for his hair (either Johnson %26amp; Johnson's or Huggies).
my kids are 3 and 4 they do not use baby soap. i really never used them they were both allergic to it. i used neutrogena soap on them. now they just use what we use. but you can use it as long as you like. i know kids that are 7 that still use it!
When my daughter was about 3, because I felt like I needed a better shampoo for her hair. I started buying the Suave 2-in-1 shampoo for kids. Its shampoo and body wash and she likes picking the different scents when we go shopping.
You should look into these.
http://www.johnsonsbaby.com/prodPlatform…
I still use baby shampoo and wash for my 3 yr old, they are tear free and gentle on his skin.
Soaps have too much perfume and can ge in his eyes so i don't want to risk it
I still use it. I'm actually still using stuff that I received from baby showers, LOL!!!
My children are 11,8,5, and 2 and they all still use it. It is better than regular shampoo and it still has the no more tears effect!
oh not til 3 or 4? i still use kid's soap for my kids and theyre 7 %26amp; 8. they love the kids soap.
Mine is 4 and I still use it...but I use an adult conditioner as she has a LOT of hair and it's thick
When I was 2
My oldest is 4 and I still use it. : )
What is the best shampoo to bath the baby?
And detergent for clothes?What is the best shampoo to bath the baby?
I use Weleda Baby Wash %26amp; Shampoo. It's all natural. I started using Aveeno but reports of some pretty nasty stuff showing up in the Johnson %26amp; Johnson washes (Aveeno is put out by then) had me switch. I like this one much better! They sell it at Babies R Us or on Amazon.
For his clothing we use Dreft.
EDIT: The baby washes tested that they found formaldehyde and/or 1,4-dioxane in are:
-Aveeno Baby Soothing Relief Creamy Wash (Johnson %26amp; Johnson Consumer Companies)
-CVS Kids Body Wash 鈥?Blueberry Blast (CVS/Pharmacy)
-Equate Tearless Baby Wash (Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.)
-Gentle Naturals Eczema Baby Wash (Del Pharmaceuticals, Inc.)
-Grins %26amp; Giggles Milk %26amp; Honey Baby Wash (Gerber Products Company)
-Huggies Naturally Refreshing Cucumber %26amp; Green Tea Baby Wash (Kimberly-Clark)
-Johnson's Moisture Care Baby Wash (Johnson %26amp; Johnson Consumer Companies)
-Johnson's Oatmeal Baby Wash 鈥?Vanilla (Johnson %26amp; Johnson Consumer Companies)
-Mustela Baby Shampoo (Laboratories Expanscience)
-Mustela Dermo-Cleansing Gel for Hair and Body Newborn/Baby (Laboratories Expanscience)
-Night-time Bath Baby Wash (Target Corporation)
My husband is a health %26amp; safety manager at a major university hospital and told me to take this very seriously. He said these chemicals enter the body very easily through the skin and there are no safe levels of them.What is the best shampoo to bath the baby?
Hello,
Find a natural or organic shampoo that is sulfate free. Sodium lauryl sulftate is extremely drying and can cause increased permeablitly to the skin and irritation. It is also hard on the eyes. Watch for this in bubble baths too. (Gulp!)
Shampoos and detergents should also be free of any synthethic colors and fragrances. These are just chemicals and are not needed.
Somtimes clothes don't smell or seem as fresh without the added perfumes we're used to. So, you can rinse clothes (rinse cycle) with a bit of white vinegar. It will freshen clothes naturally.
Best of luck with baby!
I use only a natural, mild soap for both my baby's skin and hair, she is exposed to enough chemicals in this world without having me put more on her. Any shampoo that contains sodium laureth sulfate is a danger to your child - commercially sodium laureth sulfate is actually as degreaser in a lot of industry type environments. If you want something specifically designed for babies, don't go with anything made by these big companies such as Johnson %26amp; Johnson, their products are the worst for containing especially petrol based chemicals. Do your little one a favor and go chemical free where ever you can, there are a few fairly natural bands available such as Weleda and Jurlique. Your local health food shop will probably stock a good range.
As for a washing detergent, look for something that says Non-biological, its the best for babies as it doesn't irritate their skin.
Best wishes and i hope i have helped! :)
Johnson %26amp; Johnson's Lavender baby shampoo is great. It has a calming scent and is pH balanced so that it is tear free in case any of it ends up in baby's eyes!
the best shampoo is dove but detergent is downy or woolite
johnsons its the best and their is a special detergent but i forgot he name but Johnson's def for sham.....congrats and goood luck!
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I use Weleda Baby Wash %26amp; Shampoo. It's all natural. I started using Aveeno but reports of some pretty nasty stuff showing up in the Johnson %26amp; Johnson washes (Aveeno is put out by then) had me switch. I like this one much better! They sell it at Babies R Us or on Amazon.
For his clothing we use Dreft.
EDIT: The baby washes tested that they found formaldehyde and/or 1,4-dioxane in are:
-Aveeno Baby Soothing Relief Creamy Wash (Johnson %26amp; Johnson Consumer Companies)
-CVS Kids Body Wash 鈥?Blueberry Blast (CVS/Pharmacy)
-Equate Tearless Baby Wash (Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.)
-Gentle Naturals Eczema Baby Wash (Del Pharmaceuticals, Inc.)
-Grins %26amp; Giggles Milk %26amp; Honey Baby Wash (Gerber Products Company)
-Huggies Naturally Refreshing Cucumber %26amp; Green Tea Baby Wash (Kimberly-Clark)
-Johnson's Moisture Care Baby Wash (Johnson %26amp; Johnson Consumer Companies)
-Johnson's Oatmeal Baby Wash 鈥?Vanilla (Johnson %26amp; Johnson Consumer Companies)
-Mustela Baby Shampoo (Laboratories Expanscience)
-Mustela Dermo-Cleansing Gel for Hair and Body Newborn/Baby (Laboratories Expanscience)
-Night-time Bath Baby Wash (Target Corporation)
My husband is a health %26amp; safety manager at a major university hospital and told me to take this very seriously. He said these chemicals enter the body very easily through the skin and there are no safe levels of them.What is the best shampoo to bath the baby?
Hello,
Find a natural or organic shampoo that is sulfate free. Sodium lauryl sulftate is extremely drying and can cause increased permeablitly to the skin and irritation. It is also hard on the eyes. Watch for this in bubble baths too. (Gulp!)
Shampoos and detergents should also be free of any synthethic colors and fragrances. These are just chemicals and are not needed.
Somtimes clothes don't smell or seem as fresh without the added perfumes we're used to. So, you can rinse clothes (rinse cycle) with a bit of white vinegar. It will freshen clothes naturally.
Best of luck with baby!
I use only a natural, mild soap for both my baby's skin and hair, she is exposed to enough chemicals in this world without having me put more on her. Any shampoo that contains sodium laureth sulfate is a danger to your child - commercially sodium laureth sulfate is actually as degreaser in a lot of industry type environments. If you want something specifically designed for babies, don't go with anything made by these big companies such as Johnson %26amp; Johnson, their products are the worst for containing especially petrol based chemicals. Do your little one a favor and go chemical free where ever you can, there are a few fairly natural bands available such as Weleda and Jurlique. Your local health food shop will probably stock a good range.
As for a washing detergent, look for something that says Non-biological, its the best for babies as it doesn't irritate their skin.
Best wishes and i hope i have helped! :)
Johnson %26amp; Johnson's Lavender baby shampoo is great. It has a calming scent and is pH balanced so that it is tear free in case any of it ends up in baby's eyes!
the best shampoo is dove but detergent is downy or woolite
johnsons its the best and their is a special detergent but i forgot he name but Johnson's def for sham.....congrats and goood luck!
johnsens and johnsens
Rug Doctor Industrial Strength Stain and Tar Remover.
I love seventh generation
Can you use baby shampoo on a dog?
can you? cuz we just got a boxer... named diesel x]] and we dont have the dog shampoo yet... help!Can you use baby shampoo on a dog?
Some tests were run here in Australia on baby shampoos and other adult shampoos for safety. The results were that baby shampoo was unsafe for babies. The very least of the problems was it will blind the baby. To answer your question, Never use any form of human shampoo on a puppy or an adult dog. Always use a vet approved shampoo. Don't shampoo more than once a month or even two months. Only shampoo if the dog is smelly and/or dirtyCan you use baby shampoo on a dog?
If you look at the ingredients of basic dog shampoo, and basic human shampoo, there is no difference. Skin problems come about when you don't rinse well enough, or don't dry well enough. I have used human shampoo, body wash, and even Dawn dishwashing liquid on all of my pets: 3 ferrets, 2 dogs, and a cat, and have never had a problem.
You can occasionally, but as with any shampoo, you must rinse well. I wouldn't recommend it on a regular basis. I do use baby shampoo occasionally when my dogs get diarrhea and there back end is messy.
You can in a pinch but it is not something I would recommend using over and over again. Please make sure you rinse the pup off very well to get all the shampoo of his skin
It's pretty light so yes you can but once you get a dog shampoo, don't use anymore human shampoo after that.
I have a friend who is a dog groomer and she always used dawn dishsoap then dog shamopoo.
Just this once and dilute it.
Congratulations on your new dog.
My vet says NO!
It麓s better with delicate clothes soap if you don麓t have dog shampoo.
Some tests were run here in Australia on baby shampoos and other adult shampoos for safety. The results were that baby shampoo was unsafe for babies. The very least of the problems was it will blind the baby. To answer your question, Never use any form of human shampoo on a puppy or an adult dog. Always use a vet approved shampoo. Don't shampoo more than once a month or even two months. Only shampoo if the dog is smelly and/or dirtyCan you use baby shampoo on a dog?
If you look at the ingredients of basic dog shampoo, and basic human shampoo, there is no difference. Skin problems come about when you don't rinse well enough, or don't dry well enough. I have used human shampoo, body wash, and even Dawn dishwashing liquid on all of my pets: 3 ferrets, 2 dogs, and a cat, and have never had a problem.
You can occasionally, but as with any shampoo, you must rinse well. I wouldn't recommend it on a regular basis. I do use baby shampoo occasionally when my dogs get diarrhea and there back end is messy.
You can in a pinch but it is not something I would recommend using over and over again. Please make sure you rinse the pup off very well to get all the shampoo of his skin
It's pretty light so yes you can but once you get a dog shampoo, don't use anymore human shampoo after that.
I have a friend who is a dog groomer and she always used dawn dishsoap then dog shamopoo.
Just this once and dilute it.
Congratulations on your new dog.
My vet says NO!
It麓s better with delicate clothes soap if you don麓t have dog shampoo.
Is it safe to wash my guinea pig with baby shampoo ?
i think so, but they do make a special shampoo for small pets it's called critter-shampoo. And i use it on my 2 guinea pigs. stop if there is hair loss or anything weird happening. Also, dry them off all the way or they will catch a cold. Hope this helps!
GOOD LUCKIs it safe to wash my guinea pig with baby shampoo ?
well if i use dog shampoo and all 9 of mine are still okay, I dare say that you should be good to go. Just don't use too much at once and don't give them too many baths.Is it safe to wash my guinea pig with baby shampoo ?
Yes. I use it when I give my bunnies baths.
Make sure you dry them off really good and make sure they are warm so they don't catch a cold. :]
absolutley, i wash my guinea with baby shampoo all the time :)
yeah it's fine just avoid getting it in it's eyes, nose, and ears.
Yes, but stop if there is hair loss. thats what happened to my guinea pig.
Yes.skin cream
GOOD LUCKIs it safe to wash my guinea pig with baby shampoo ?
well if i use dog shampoo and all 9 of mine are still okay, I dare say that you should be good to go. Just don't use too much at once and don't give them too many baths.Is it safe to wash my guinea pig with baby shampoo ?
Yes. I use it when I give my bunnies baths.
Make sure you dry them off really good and make sure they are warm so they don't catch a cold. :]
absolutley, i wash my guinea with baby shampoo all the time :)
yeah it's fine just avoid getting it in it's eyes, nose, and ears.
Yes, but stop if there is hair loss. thats what happened to my guinea pig.
Yes.
Is Johnsons baby shampoo good for hair loss?
Actually I've heard before that it is not good for adult hair or even childrens hair. It's too drying. It should only be for baby's.
Nioxin is supposed to be good for hair loss though.Is Johnsons baby shampoo good for hair loss?
Yes but am sure theres a lot of good shampoos out there for hair loss.
Nioxin is supposed to be good for hair loss though.Is Johnsons baby shampoo good for hair loss?
Yes but am sure theres a lot of good shampoos out there for hair loss.
Thursday, December 31, 2009
For Shih Tzu with dry skin and dandruff, tiffany s answered use Baby shampoo, Johnson&Johnson? for porkchop---
for porkchop who answered tea tree oil shampoo, can you give more detail on which brand. Also, dog food what do you choose and where you buy the vitamin and what kind. Thanks alot.For Shih Tzu with dry skin and dandruff, tiffany s answered use Baby shampoo, Johnson%26amp;Johnson? for porkchop---
Well, whatever Tiffany advised - do NOT use baby shampoo on your dog - do not use any shampoo with soap base, it will strip your dog's coat of oil and cause itchy, dry, flaky skin.
Use a good shampoo, soapless and specifically for dogs - HyLite is excellent, used by groomers and people who show their dogs - costs a little more, but goes a long way.
As to good food, a dry with meat listed as the first ingredient, not meat meal or corn meal.
Canidae is excellent - should be close to 30% protein and 18% fat for normal dogs - no artificial preservatives.
Please --- no human shampoo, no Dawn dish liquid - this stuff does a lot of harm to dogs.
As to vitamins, any good multiple vitamin specifically for dogs - go to a Petco or large dog store or search online for one.
Good luck, sorry to butt in, but the idea of human shampoo for your poor pooch really got to me.For Shih Tzu with dry skin and dandruff, tiffany s answered use Baby shampoo, Johnson%26amp;Johnson? for porkchop---
Use Lambert Kay Fresh and Clean Oatmeal Shampoo,alternated with Nova Pearls Medicated Shampoo.Feed a dog food with meat as the first ingredient,no corn,wheat or soy and preferably some fish.You can also add a 1000 mg.soft gel of fish oil or salmon oil to his food everyday,and an egg every other day is great for dry skin,Also,don't bathe him more than once a week or his skin will get even drier.And,you might consider having him checked for thyroid problems,as this can cause dry,flaky skin.
a good shampoo for flaky skin and dandruff is an oatmeal medicated shampoo and conditioner for dogs. you can get the at walmart for a good price. it helps their coats and conditions the skin. i give my dogs salmon oil pills or you can put a tsp of olive oil in their food so it will help with the dryness and flakes.i feed mine lamb and rice wet plus the dry. best of luck i hope this gives you a little idea.
I use head and shoulder on my Shih Tzu, he doesn't scratch him self as much
Whoa, whoa, never use human shampoo on dogs - end of story. OVERbathing is one cause of dry skin - bathing once a month is plenty, especially for dogs whose skin gets irritated.
What are you feeding your dog? It's very posssible that the food is causing the reaction.
http://www.dogfoodanalysis.com/
Baby shampoo is fine, so is Aveno. I have used Aussie Moisturizing shampoo on a Yorkie with dandruff and it cleared right up. A long haired dog is not the same as a short haired dog. A Shi-tzu has hair just like you and I. You can use human shampoo no matter what other people tell you.
Well, whatever Tiffany advised - do NOT use baby shampoo on your dog - do not use any shampoo with soap base, it will strip your dog's coat of oil and cause itchy, dry, flaky skin.
Use a good shampoo, soapless and specifically for dogs - HyLite is excellent, used by groomers and people who show their dogs - costs a little more, but goes a long way.
As to good food, a dry with meat listed as the first ingredient, not meat meal or corn meal.
Canidae is excellent - should be close to 30% protein and 18% fat for normal dogs - no artificial preservatives.
Please --- no human shampoo, no Dawn dish liquid - this stuff does a lot of harm to dogs.
As to vitamins, any good multiple vitamin specifically for dogs - go to a Petco or large dog store or search online for one.
Good luck, sorry to butt in, but the idea of human shampoo for your poor pooch really got to me.For Shih Tzu with dry skin and dandruff, tiffany s answered use Baby shampoo, Johnson%26amp;Johnson? for porkchop---
Use Lambert Kay Fresh and Clean Oatmeal Shampoo,alternated with Nova Pearls Medicated Shampoo.Feed a dog food with meat as the first ingredient,no corn,wheat or soy and preferably some fish.You can also add a 1000 mg.soft gel of fish oil or salmon oil to his food everyday,and an egg every other day is great for dry skin,Also,don't bathe him more than once a week or his skin will get even drier.And,you might consider having him checked for thyroid problems,as this can cause dry,flaky skin.
a good shampoo for flaky skin and dandruff is an oatmeal medicated shampoo and conditioner for dogs. you can get the at walmart for a good price. it helps their coats and conditions the skin. i give my dogs salmon oil pills or you can put a tsp of olive oil in their food so it will help with the dryness and flakes.i feed mine lamb and rice wet plus the dry. best of luck i hope this gives you a little idea.
I use head and shoulder on my Shih Tzu, he doesn't scratch him self as much
Whoa, whoa, never use human shampoo on dogs - end of story. OVERbathing is one cause of dry skin - bathing once a month is plenty, especially for dogs whose skin gets irritated.
What are you feeding your dog? It's very posssible that the food is causing the reaction.
http://www.dogfoodanalysis.com/
Baby shampoo is fine, so is Aveno. I have used Aussie Moisturizing shampoo on a Yorkie with dandruff and it cleared right up. A long haired dog is not the same as a short haired dog. A Shi-tzu has hair just like you and I. You can use human shampoo no matter what other people tell you.
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