While it's important to keep your dog clean, it's also essential that you don't wash them too frequently. Doing so can dry out the skin, interfere with external worming and flea treatments, and may contribute to skin disorders.
Is it OK to never bathe a dog?
Robert Hilton, a veterinarian who practises in the field of veterinary dermatology, agrees. "In general, healthy dogs only need to be bathed if they smell. There's no reason particularly to bath a healthy dog, unless they're dirty," Dr Hilton says.
How long can a dog go without a bath?
While the frequency of bathing may be different for each dog, Wendy Weinand, manager, pet services grooming education for Petco, says that a good rule to follow is to wash your dog every four weeks.
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