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Doggie DIY: Hypoallergenic Shampoo

Because dogs have sensitive skin, too.

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If your dog is like most, this time of year you start noticing irritated paws, watery eyes, and scratching. It’s allergy season alright, and it seems that no matter what you do, your fur-baby is never without the itchies. One way to curb your dog’s allergies is by making a super simple hypoallergenic shampoo.

Having a hypoallergenic product means taking all measures to reduce the risk of allergic reactions when that product is being made. This recipe is designed for dogs who get extra sensitive to the outdoor elements this time of year. Using simple, skin-friendly ingredients, this shampoo will clear away the gunk and leave your dog feeling fresh as a daisy.

 

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Here’s a simple recipe for hypoallergenic shampoo and all the benefits of each ingredient:

1 tbsp. Coconut Oil | This acts as the glycerin in most shampoos– that which binds all the ingredients! In addition to all its other wonderful nutritional properties, coconut oil is an amazing cleansing and moisturizing solution as long as your dog is not allergic. Alternatives to coconut oil include olive oil or vegetable glycerin.

2 tbsp. Bronner’s Soap | A lot of DIY recipes call for dish detergent as the soap base, but if you’ve ever done a load of dishes by hand, you know how much detergent can dry out your skin. The same goes for your dog. Dr. Bronner’s is an animal-friendly (and cruelty-free!) soap base for your dog’s shampoo. They make all types of soap that are perfect for diluting, but for dogs, we recommend their Baby Unscented soap (the light blue label), which is fragrance-free and contains just a few ingredients.

1 tsp. Apple Cider Vinegar | ACV is the purifying element of this recipe, as its bacteria-killing superpower will strip away the dirt from your dog’s coat. Adding a small amount of ACV to the shampoo is all you need to reap the benefits without making your dog smell like a salad.

10 drops of Essential Oils | Leave your pup smelling nice and fresh with one of these skin-friendly essential oils. This part is optional and up to the discretion of the owner and preference of the dog. While certain oils dry the skin out, some oils you can use include Frankincense, Chamomile, and Lavender.

1/2 cup water: This is to dilute the shampoo– a little will go a long way!

Applying the shampoo

Mix all the ingredients together. From there, you know the routine: rinse, lather repeat. Just remember not to bathe dogs too frequently, or their skin will dry out. If your dog is frequently itchy, you can always spot clean the irritated places with a washcloth.

If you like the shampoo, you can always play around with batch size, ratios, and even add in your own elements to make the recipe meet your needs!

Have you tried this recipe at home? Let us know in the comments below!

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Angela was raised in Las Vegas and lives in Los Angeles. She specializes in creative production and film photography.

Last updated on March 13, 2018
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