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How do you moisturize a dog's skin?

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Keep your dog's skin healthy on the outside by bathing him with canine shampoos designed to add moisture, such as those with aloe or tea tree oil. Use an oatmeal rinse if your dog has dry skin. Mix 1/2 cup of oatmeal to 2 quarts of water and boil it for 10 minutes. Let it cool and strain it.


What can I put on my dog for dry skin?

Oatmeal is an age-old remedy for our dry, itchy skin that happens to be safe for use on our canine friends too! In fact, most doggy hypoallergenic shampoos include oatmeal as an active ingredient to soothe and fight irritation. Start by grinding plain oatmeal into a powder to sprinkle in your dog's warm bath.

What can I use at home to moisturize my dog?

Olive Oil & Lavender Mix ½ cup of olive oil with ½ teaspoon of lavender essential oil. Dip a cotton ball in the oil mixture and rub on the itchy areas. You can also add a little bit of olive oil to your dog's food. One tablespoon of olive oil a few times a week should help your dog's skin and coat.

Can I put Vaseline on my dogs dry skin?

Technically no, vaseline is not toxic to your dog. It is also usually not the best choice as your dog can lick it off their skin or paws. If your pup ingests enough they might get an upset stomach, which can lead to vomiting or diarrhea if they ingest enough.

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