Homemade Shampoo
Making your own dog shampoo instead of buying a commercial product is a way to save money because the ingredients are inexpensive and you can produce a batch in bulk. However, most homemade recipes use vinegar, which can cause adverse reactions in dogs with sensitive skin. Fortunately, there is a home recipe for an effective dog shampoo that doesn't contain vinegar.
Instructions
Instructions
- Pour 1 cup of water in a bottle with a cap so you can store the extra shampoo.
- Add 1 tsp. of liquid dish soap to the water. The dish soap is the key cleaning ingredient. Use environmentally friendly or organic dish soap, which contains fewer chemicals than standard dish soap.
- Pour 1 tsp. of aloe vera gel into the bottle. The aloe vera helps condition your dog's skin.
- Add 1 tsp. of coconut oil (or Olive Oil) to the mixture. Coconut Oil gives your dog a shiny and healthy-looking coat and is good for his skin too.
- Put the cap on the bottle and shake until all the ingredients are blended well. Use the shampoo as you would any other shampoo --- by thoroughly rubbing it into your dog's coat while avoiding the eyes and ears.
- Pour 1 cup of water in a bottle with a cap so you can store the extra shampoo.
- If you get shampoo in your dog's eyes or ears, flush them thoroughly with cold water.