shampoo

RE: shampoo

Aine Seavers — Wed, 17 Feb 2016 05:49:33 GMT

would agree with that- we saw lots of skin reactions in dogs here when human shampoo with no alkalinising agents used on dogs, also severe reaction with TeaTree shampoos. Head and Shoulders is alleged to have caused blindness in dogs in early trials so I hate it with a vengance. Also reports of human shampoo on dogs igniting under the hair dryer! -will have to look up the brand. Several shampoos can inactive topical insecticides like Frontline and Advantage so we only advise the use of Dermcare's general range of dog shampoo like Aloveen or Natural shampoo. Not sure about how repackaging rules applied but once you decant it and relabel it my experience is you own it and all its good times and any bad times.

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Stephen Courtney — Tue, 16 Feb 2016 23:15:10 GMT

I like Neutrale shampoo which is made / marketed by Dechra. It is basically Malaseb without the medication. Smells nice and doesn't dry out the coat.

Martin's comments about pH and dog skin vs human skin are correct, so I'm surprised to see he was red starred. Equally surprised to see Michaels comment was so popular. im glad I'm not his dog.

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Ian Reynolds — Tue, 16 Feb 2016 14:56:16 GMT

Hi Patrick, I thought I'd reach out to a similar manufacturer who may know of a company, and they actually would be interested in speaking with you directly to see if they can assist themselves.

Please contact them on:

Pippa Humphrey

Assistant Marketing Manager

T: 01257 633146

E: pippa.humphrey@ga-petfoodpartners.co.uk

W: www.ga-petfoodpartners.co.uk

RE: shampoo

patrick murphy — Mon, 15 Feb 2016 15:18:27 GMT

Pet Head tend to be the one my staff use. I wanted own brand. we have a complete range of personally branded nutraceuticals/supplements from DBS that go down a treat. even have staff dogs on the labels to relate to clients.

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Michael Woodhouse — Mon, 15 Feb 2016 12:52:01 GMT

[quote user="Martin Atkinson"]Human shampoos are not suitable for dogs.[/quote][quote user="Martin Atkinson"]Human shampoos are not suitable for dogs.[/quote]

Don't be daft - it's a bloody dog. No one should have to wash a dog 'regularly' anyway.

My little Patterdale has very sensitive skin and is fine with Head and Shoulders.

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Bob Russell — Mon, 15 Feb 2016 10:01:14 GMT

Not sure that it matters that much as long as the shampoo is thoroughly rinsed.

We do have some Pet Head shampoo at home that did not sell! Nice smell.

Also happy to use chlorhexidine scrub for the really nasty ones.

None of which answers the OP but we have never found a brand that sold well. The novelty of Pet Head wore off after a bit!

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Martin Atkinson — Mon, 15 Feb 2016 09:44:54 GMT

[quote user="Michael Woodhouse"]

Yes - just use whatever you have on the side of the bath - Head & Shoulders is fine.

baby shampoo if sensitive skin.

[/quote]Human shampoos are not suitable for dogs. They are pH -ve and dog's skin/coat is pH+ve so same way you will get a dry flaky scalp if you wash with soap, dogs will get problems if you frequently wash with human shampoo, even baby shampoo. Liquid soap is actually better for emergency use.

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Michael Woodhouse — Sun, 14 Feb 2016 21:13:01 GMT

Any one know the rules about re-packing?

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/5L-Premium-pet-shampoo-japanese-cherry-blossom-UK-Brand-/262181099287?hash=item3d0b361717:g:t6kAAOxyshFRenNq

£5/bottle - nice little earner.....

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Rob Loxley — Sun, 14 Feb 2016 10:19:35 GMT

[quote user="patrick murphy"] they purchase branded products, just want one of my own[/quote]

branded to your clinic or just a branded product? We stock some of the Pet Head range for people like this.

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Utlendigur — Sat, 13 Feb 2016 22:57:00 GMT

Was actually typing reply while sitting next to a fairly pungent collie (fox?), hence the tongue in cheek response...

What about Coatex? They do a couple (mediacted, aloe and oatmeal).

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patrick murphy — Sat, 13 Feb 2016 18:53:04 GMT

my experience is certainly different than yours. we constantly get walk ins, or clients just wanting a nice smelling non medicated shampoo for their dogs. all of my staff bath their dogs when dirty/stinky and they purchase branded products, just want one of my own. why send them down the road?

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Utlendigur — Sat, 13 Feb 2016 18:31:32 GMT

[quote user="Michael Woodhouse"]Yes - just use whatever you have on the side of the bath [/quote]

+1 especially when the dog has just rolled in a decomposed badger, cow pat, fox sh*t etc on the morning walk and you have 5 minutes before you need to leave for work

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Michael Woodhouse — Sat, 13 Feb 2016 18:26:36 GMT

[quote user="patrick murphy"]does anyone have any advice?[/quote]

Yes - just use whatever you have on the side of the bath - Head & Shoulders is fine.

baby shampoo if sensitive skin.

Who buys dog shampoo? What evidence is there that is is in any way necessary over something we have in abundance in the house anyway?

[medicated shampoo for specific purposes excluded]