[zeze_15]

What is the best shampoo for dogs? I just got a dog for my son and I was extremely hesitant because he is an inside dog and I do not want my house to smell like a dog, so what is the best brand to keep the smell away as much as possible?

[Aldara]

I was recommended Aveeno Body Wash (a humans prodcuct) by my dogs vet. It keeps his skin from drying out, leaves a shiny coat, and yes, smells good too.

[GingerGirl]

Really any dog shampoo will help with the smell. What you want to look for is something that will help maintain the dogs skin and hair. You don't want to try it out while keeping it shiny and helping reduce shedding. I would suggest going to a pet store to purchase shampoo rather than a store like WalMart. Also, how often you wash your dog is important - especially if the dog goes inside and outside a lot. We give our dog a bath once a week and brush him twice a week. I forget the name of the shampoo we use, but we got it at our local pet store and it smells really good. They also have dog perfume you can spray on the dog after the bath (we also do that).

[v06b]

not the best brand.... go for one that says it cleans and conditions the dogs coat ... onw with eucalyptus oils... if in doubt ask your vet

[♥ Jessi ♥]

i never use dog shampoo on my dogs. i use johnson&johnson baby shampoo. its gentle on their skin and make their fur soft and smell good

[auntgnu62]

It's important to make sure you use a dog shampoo,people shampoo is too harsh for their skin. It also depends upon the breed of dog.Basset hounds have anal glands that can be surgically removed.They have oily skin and that brings out their doggie aroma. Also, their long ears can get bacteria in them and that will smell.Follow the directions on the bottle. Make sure your dog doesn't roll in offensive things in your yard,or at the park.Dogs just love to roll in skanky smelling things.To them it's Chanel #5. Not all dogs smell. It depends on how much time you,the owner,put into grooming them.Congratulations on becoming a pet parent. As much as it's your son's dog,you will be the ultimate caretaker. The vet bills,license,food,grooming. It's a long commitment, but the rewards are many. There's nothing like the wonderful feeling of being greeted by your pup when you come home.It won't matter if it's been 5 minutes or 5 hours...your dog will be just as excited to see you!Good luck and have fun!

[Rachel D]

i use "oh my dog !" shampoos and perfume. they sell it at saks, bergdorfs and other high end stores like that, but the stuff you get at petsmart will be just as good ( i just like the scent of my stuff better) i would recommend bathing at least monthly. ( i have a chihuahua) i bathe her monthly, and use the perfume/ spray in between to freshen her up, and she never smells like dog, even when she goes swimming. also if you don't like the dog smell, watch your dog closely when they go outside, because they will try to roll in anything that will make them smell gross ( it's a biological thing, survival of the fittest, everyone is drawn to a sweet smelling animal, while the dirty one kind of fits into the pack and is camoflauged so to speak)