How Often Should I Wash My Dog?
Our pets seem so much like people that we forget that they have different needs than we do. "How often should I wash my dog?" is a common question dog owners ask, whether their canine companion is big, small or somewhere in between. You want to keep him clean, but you also know that dogs will be dogs, and you hate to keep him away from the mud puddle that's just asking to be rolled in. You feel like he could use a wash, but you've heard that frequent washing isn't good for his skin.
So What's a Pet Owner to do?
It's true that washing a dog too often can cause skin irritation and flaking, but proper bathing is good for your dog. The good news is that animals are natural self-groomers, and unless they are excessively dirty or have a skin condition, they don't need much help from us! That being said, some dogs naturally smell better than others or spend more time outside, and sometimes a good bath makes it much more pleasant to spend time with our furry friend.
The first thing to note is that for dogs with medium to long coats, regular brushing is important and can make it less necessary to bathe frequently. Brushing a dog's coat has
similar benefits to brushing our own hair. Typically, it's recommended to wash dogs no more than once a month. Dogs with water resistant coats, smooth short coats or extremely thick coats may need even less frequent bathing. However, owners of breeds with an oilier coat type may wish to wash their pet more often. If this is the case (or even if it's not!), it's recommended to use a mild, soap-less moisturizing shampoo, like
Morrocco Method's shampoos. Remember, you can always consult your dog's veterinarian with questions about how often to bathe and general hygiene. For more information on using Morrocco Method on your pet, check out our
For Pets page! Sources: http://www.cesarsway.com/askthevet/basicadvice/how-often-to-bathe-a-dog http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/virtual-pet-behaviorist/dog-behavior/bathing-your-dog
The first thing to note is that for dogs with medium to long coats, regular brushing is important and can make it less necessary to bathe frequently. Brushing a dog's coat has similar benefits to brushing our own hair. Typically, it's recommended to wash dogs no more than once a month. Dogs with water resistant coats, smooth short coats or extremely thick coats may need even less frequent bathing. However, owners of breeds with an oilier coat type may wish to wash their pet more often. If this is the case (or even if it's not!), it's recommended to use a mild, soap-less moisturizing shampoo, like Morrocco Method's shampoos. Remember, you can always consult your dog's veterinarian with questions about how often to bathe and general hygiene. For more information on using Morrocco Method on your pet, check out our For Pets page! Sources: http://www.cesarsway.com/askthevet/basicadvice/how-often-to-bathe-a-dog http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/virtual-pet-behaviorist/dog-behavior/bathing-your-dog 
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