Human products on dogs

Megan Turnbull · Posted: Mon Oct 29, 2007 8:58 am Post subject: Human products on dogs

my mom insists on using our shampoo and conditioner on Buck (our white Maltese) to save up some money but i am not sure if that's a good idea. whatchathink? Shocked

Patrick Ratzenberger · Posted: Mon Nov 05, 2007 12:00 pm Post subject:

I'm no grooming expert here but i'd say definitely not. My vet said (I had to ask cos I don't know much about grooming...lol) that dogs have a different PH level on their skin. human products will cause a lot of dryness and can ruin your dog's coat after a while. SO to be on the safe side, use dog shampoos for dogs. After all, you would not want to use dog shampoo on your hair right? LOL! Laughing

Libby Bowen · Posted: Tue Nov 06, 2007 7:31 am Post subject:

uhm well.. i use horse shampoo on my hair sometimes! LOL! Rolling Eyes

Jennifer Trenton · Posted: Wed Nov 07, 2007 11:55 am Post subject: unadvisable

i personally wouldn't advise it. human shampoo doesn't have the same ph balance for dogs or cats. it might even irritate their skin and will not give luster to their coats. using pet shampoo may be more expensive but in the long run, it is definitely better for your pets.

Melrose Clement · Posted: Thu Nov 08, 2007 1:43 pm Post subject:

Tanya Saunders · Posted: Fri Nov 09, 2007 4:17 pm Post subject: don't even risk it

i wouldn't advise it. i'd rather spend a little bit more for my Lucy than have the risk of her having scalp or hair problems later on. and in any case, i have a toy poodle so a bottle of dog shampoo really lasts quite a long time. Smile

Natalie Gershon · Posted: Fri Nov 09, 2007 5:03 pm Post subject: Re: don't even risk it

Sandra Payne · Posted: Fri Nov 16, 2007 2:44 pm Post subject:

Human and dog hair are really different from each other. They require shampoos/soaps that are made for that purpose. Just as we won't use dog shampoo on our hair, we should not use human shampoo on theirs. Smile

Jerad Kreisler · Posted: Fri Nov 23, 2007 3:21 pm Post subject:

As far off from bein a dog bathin' expert, I would say no to human products on dogs. Think about it this way - you wouldn't use dog shampoo on your hair right? LOL!

michael · Newbie Joined: 21 Dec 2007 Posts: 1

If it works on humans, it should work on pets too!

Bern Eisendorf · Newbie Joined: 24 Sep 2007 Posts: 7 Location: Akron, Ohio

what about just plain old soap? i don't think my dog has any condition id like to treat, i just want her clean.

Stanley Mccarthy · Posted: Mon Feb 11, 2008 12:27 pm Post subject:

is it ok to feed my dog cold hotdogs? and does that count as raw meat?

Beatrice Dixon · Posted: Tue Mar 18, 2008 2:02 pm Post subject: Re: Why not?

Edith Pope · Posted: Tue Mar 18, 2008 2:10 pm Post subject: Re: Why not?

Melrose Clement · Posted: Wed Mar 19, 2008 10:54 am Post subject:

Amelia Bowman · Posted: Thu Mar 20, 2008 3:16 pm Post subject:

human shampoos are not good for dogs. they may contain chemicals that are harsh to use on dogs. it is best to use mild dog shampoos, which are formulated to have the right PH balance to clean and protect a pet's coat.

Angela Gellis · Posted: Thu Mar 20, 2008 3:26 pm Post subject:

yeah you're right amelia. i think it's best to use mild dog shampoos with the right level of ph for your pet's coat. i use Epi-Soothe Oatmeal Shampoo for my pet and i can see that it protects his coat from itch and all. it keeps him clean and groomed as well.

Maia Shearer · Posted: Tue Mar 25, 2008 2:56 pm Post subject:

Angela Gellis · Posted: Fri Mar 28, 2008 2:45 pm Post subject:

human shampoos on dogs? definitely not a good idea. i read from a book on dogs that human shampoo can dry the dog's skin too much by removing its natural oils. dogs need these oils to keep warm. if they get too dirty, then it is necessary to give them a bath, but bathe them with care! it is always best to use dog shampoos because as the others discussed here, these products are specifically formulated for dogs.

Petmeister · Posted: Tue Apr 01, 2008 8:27 am Post subject:

if you do love Buck, don't scrimp. give him the best. if it is best for him to have a dog shampoo, then buy one. don't compromise his health over a few dollars you could save.

Michelle Pilver · Posted: Tue Apr 01, 2008 8:47 am Post subject:

just a thought: how about cat shampoos on dogs? Laughing

Irvin Zelasko · Posted: Tue Apr 01, 2008 2:25 pm Post subject:

You know, just to be on the safe side, use dog products for dogs and leave the human products to us. We all love our pets and I'm sure we can spend a little extra for them. Wink

Terrence Watson · Posted: Tue Apr 01, 2008 2:37 pm Post subject:

Carlito Lucas · Posted: Tue Apr 01, 2008 2:52 pm Post subject:

How about dog shampoos on dogs? Frankly, I don't see why one would consider using human or cat shampoo on dogs when there are tons of dog products available online -- even here in Petshed.

Edith Pope · Posted: Tue Apr 01, 2008 3:11 pm Post subject:

there really are lots of dog shampoos available, so why not avail of them? Confused

if you guys have money and you love your dogs, it wouldn't hurt to spend some on these dog products right? it's for their own good!

Beatrice Dixon · Posted: Wed Apr 02, 2008 8:41 am Post subject:

that's right. better to spend some bucks on dog shampoos, which could work better for your dog's skin/coat. spending less by using human shampoos, which are stronger and harsher to use on pets, just doesn't make sense.

Douglas Barr · Posted: Wed Apr 02, 2008 9:11 am Post subject:

Susie Lefler · Posted: Wed Apr 02, 2008 2:09 pm Post subject:

Carlito Lucas · Posted: Wed Apr 02, 2008 2:20 pm Post subject:

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Jennifer Trenton · Posted: Thu Apr 03, 2008 6:50 am Post subject:

susie is right, check the labels. be aware that certain chemicals used in products may be good for dogs but harmful to cats.

Petmeister · Posted: Thu Apr 03, 2008 7:14 am Post subject:

How well can we trust what's written on the labels? I can't understand half of what's in them. I say, just to be safe, go ask your vet first before trying anything on your pet.

Susie Lefler · Posted: Thu Apr 03, 2008 9:35 am Post subject:

Megan Turnbull · Posted: Thu Apr 03, 2008 9:55 am Post subject:

i too can't understand labels. can anybody tell me what i should be at the look out for?