Reddit mentions of Earthbath Oatmeal & Aloe Shampoo, Vanilla & Almond, 16 Ounce

I rescued a german shepherd mix when he was about 2 months old and he just turned 2 years! He's awesome!

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Here are some of my dog's favorites if you're lost on what to Wishlist on Amazon:

• Hands down the best ball for fetch, if he likes fetch
  
• And the launcher I like this one b/c you can just throw it in a backpack and it'll zip all the way closed (I like to keep a backpack w/ my dog's park toys, some treats, poop bags, wet ones/purell, and his shot records) The best thing about the chuck-it is that you don't have to pick up a slobbery ball.
  
• Three very good chew bones
  
• Advantage Multi if you're not often taking him onto tick-heavy hikes. If you need tick control, get Frontline and Interceptor for heartworm.
  
• The best dog frisbee and I've tried a half dozen. Doesn't fly the best, but it's the most durable, safe, and flies great with a little practice.
  
• This Car seat cover is great
  
• Flexi leash is really handy when used appropriately.
  
• Poo bags can never have enough of. and you go through them pretty quick.
  
• Dog backpack great for burning off energy on walks/hikes, and makes them feel like they're doing an important job! I have this one in black. works great.
  
• Collapsible water bowl handy for hikes/camping/outings
  
• european style leather lead (leash) I'm preferential to the feel of leather for leashes/collars. And the european is absolutely the best - adjustable length and super easy to tether them to a pole/fence if you're eating outdoors or running into a store or something (of course use common sense when doing this!)
  
• Harness I'm not a fan of harnesses - they're annoying to put on/take off and just encourage a dog to pull more. But if you want him to pull, towing you on a skateboard or something (my dog loves this) then it's great
  Furminator GSD mixes don't need regular brushing, but this one works great for shedding season
  Dremel for nail trimming GSD = black nails, a bit trickier to trim. I use this with lots of treats to put a nice round edge and take off a bit of length of my dog's nails. works good but get him accustomed to it slowly and with lots of treats. Pretty soon he won't mind.
  *Zukes are great treats for training
  
• Bowls that don't tip over. Easy to wash. can't break. My pick.
  
• Big crate I use for vacations when I bring my dog but need to leave him in a hotel room or something. It's big and bulky but I like to give him room to move around comfortably.
  
• A good shampoo I like hydrosurge unscented but it's not on Amazon =\
  
• deodorizer I give my dog a little spritz between baths if he starts to get funky
  
• A shower head like this makes bathing super painless. I just bring my dog in the shower w/ me along with some treats and it's quick and easy.
  
• a scrubber like this gets my dog cleaner than I can with my hands. I found one at petco I like
  
  
  Wow I kind of didn't realize I have so much shit for my dog. But he's family so...anyway. Also costco has great beds for $20ish (comparably $80+ from a petstore) They also carry Frontline, lots of treats (buscuits, duck breast jerkey - the best!) good food (Iams ProActive goes on sale once in a while, and they also carry Natures Domain salmon/sweet potato food that's really good).

Oatmeal. Not instant though, raw oats. Fill up a clean sock and run it under the faucet/let it soak in the water. Then rub them with the oatmeal water. Rinse them off with regular water before you take them out.

I’ve used this shampoo before too
Earthbath Oatmeal & Aloe Shampoo, Vanilla & Almond, 16 Ounce https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0002IEYIE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_R-hqDbMM1FXZ2

> If any one else knows of something better or if human shampoo IS bad for dogs, let me know.

Human shampoo is not appropriate for use on dogs. It strips their hair and coat of oils which can lead to various issues. Some people will say using baby shampoo is okay, and while it's a step above "normal" shampoo, the best thing you can use is a shampoo made specifically for dogs. The favored ones tend to have some kind of oatmeal ingredient in them as well.

In a pinch, you can use apple cider vinegar or just plain ol' water.

[Edit] This is what I use: http://amzn.com/B0002IEYIE

I am not affiliated with any of these links and you can get them at stores like Petco or Petsmart. Just sharing these links so you can learn about they products I've had great results with. Hope it helps!

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This is the shampoo I use for all three of my dogs and it works great. We use the vanilla & almond one.

https://www.amazon.com/Earthbath-Oatmeal-Shampoo-Vanilla-Almond/dp/B0002IEYIE/ref=sr_1_10?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1550507301&sr=1-10&keywords=dog+shampoo+for+dry+itchy+skin

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Same company as above for the conditioner. Again we use vanilla & almond.

https://www.amazon.com/Earthbath-Natural-Oatmeal-Conditioner-16-Ounce/dp/B00079PHV6/ref=pd_bxgy_199_img_2/131-7273899-1567662?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B00079PHV6&pd_rd_r=3a1a8f68-339a-11e9-8f94-b51658e5fe33&pd_rd_w=IWda9&pd_rd_wg=DYUlE&pf_rd_p=6725dbd6-9917-451d-beba-16af7874e407&pf_rd_r=TPK5VTR1Z65S4K73ZQ3M&psc=1&refRID=TPK5VTR1Z65S4K73ZQ3M

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This is the tar based shampoo I have used with good results every few baths for one of our GSD's. Follow it up with the conditioner linked above

https://www.amazon.com/Natures-Specialties-Sulfur-Shampoo-16-Ounce/dp/B00AO3O4IC/ref=sr_1_fkmr1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1550507228&sr=8-1-fkmr1&keywords=tar+based+dog+shampoo

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I see your point....you have had him for 5 years so I hate to seem like I am trying to "advise"... but maybe just friendly discussion.

Possibly consider a just a but bath like this bun was prescribed https://www.reddit.com/r/Rabbits/comments/aox1ux/alfies_vet_prescribed_him_daily_butt_baths_until/

Again I see your point, but truly is never necessary nor needed to give a full body bath, especially to get their head and ears wet (any water in ears can lead to ear infections)...

Also be sure to use a hypoallergenic, non-medicated shampoo like this https://www.amazon.com/Earthbath-Natural-Shampoo-Oatmeal-Aloe/dp/B0002IEYIE/wabbi-20 (I am sure you know this but just wanted to mention).

These might help with how to best do it https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6UcoZHBlQ80 and http://wabbitwiki.com/wiki/Bathing_rabbits

My bully is also 7! We use Earthbath shampoo. I'd recommend these Keto-C Antiseptic wipes if he has any skin fold irritation. You might want to try a fish oil to add to his food; that should help his hair and they just love it. My pup has some arthritis and hip dysplasia, so we give him a glucosamine/chondroitin supplement. He has a bit of a grain sensitivity so he eats Rachel Ray Just Six. I keep Benadryl on hand (vet approved) because it helps when he gets seasonal allergies. Get some dog toothpaste and a brush; it really does help. My pup loves any kind of dental bones, also. Keep an eye out for a head tilt or unusual ear wax/discharge as bullies can be prone to ear infections. Make sure he wears a harness (we've used a cheap roman harness for years but recently got this harness) and take good care of his neck- my boy has recently been dealing with a prolapsed intervertebral disk, which is caused by normal play like tug of war and fetch, jumping off the couch, going up and down stairs, and generally having a huge head. So now we play very carefully, carry him on stairs, and have him on an anti-inflammatory. He uses a raised feeding dish to prevent strain. We also put a little tennis ball in his food to make him eat slowly (he has a tendency to eat too fast and throw up). I use Argan oil and petroleum jelly on his nose when it gets dry.
I'm sure he'll let you know his taste in treats and toys soon, but my buddy likes antler chews, Busy Bones, and all stuffed animals. Rawhides make him throw up. Congratulations and good luck!

http://www.amazon.com/Earthbath-Natural-Oatmeal-Shampoo-16-Ounce/dp/B0002IEYIE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1374813656&sr=8-1&keywords=oatmeal+shampoo+for+dogs

Oatmeal shampoo is great for dogs! If you wash them every few weeks with this, they will smell good, continue to have healthy skin and their hair feels super soft and fluffy after.

http://www.amazon.com/Perfect-Coat-Wipes-Puppy-100-Count/dp/B000FPKZPA/ref=sr_1_1?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1374813795&sr=1-1&keywords=puppy+wipes

This is also great to do between baths. Keeps them smelling good and relatively clean. I used to have ones that smell like coconut, but I can't find them anymore.

Thank you!

We've been combing him with:

Pro Quality Self Cleaning Slicker Brush for Dogs and Cats - Easy to Clean Pet Grooming Brush Removes Mats, Tangles, and Loose Hair with Minimal Effort and Comfort - Suitable for Long or Short Hair https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00DMRF81Y/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_mt.EDbPW8WXCH

I don't think he likes it very much and it seems to be a tiny bit painful for him so we let him lick frozen treats during his combing. It works (?) though.

For shampoo, we've been using:

Earthbath Oatmeal & Aloe Shampoo, Vanilla & Almond, 16 Ounce https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0002IEYIE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_vu.EDbNR9VDN3

It seems okay (?).


I would definitely love any tips on how to maintain a healthy coat as he's turning eight months old in a couple of weeks! Also, may I ask how often you clean your doodle's ears and teeth? Thank you :)

He actually stinks? That shouldn't really happen if you are bathing him several times a week. The fur you really just need to vacuum all the time. Basically no way around that. For the smell you could use a scented dog shampoo. I like this as it smells really good if you put it on heavy and its formulated for dog use. If he's still stinking I was make sure he doesn't have any skin folds that aren't getting enough air when you wash him. I had a friend who had a fat bulldog who smelled like shit until they figured that problem out.

1. Brush him daily
   
2. Vacuum daily
   
3. Bathe him with something good smelling
   
4. Make sure hes 100% dry before finishing.

Earthbath is GREAT shampoo!