In some situations, it is not possible to wash the dog or puppy with water and ordinary shampoo. For example, small puppies are not advised to bathe if the baby has been vaccinated. Also, the puppy can earn colds, which at an early age is fraught with complications. In addition, not all four-legged pets love to take water procedures.
In order to save nerves and strength, as well as to avoid trouble, veterinarians have developed a universal dry shampoo for four-legged pets. In consistency, it is very similar to talc with the addition of flavorings and herbal extracts. The powder is released in plastic jars, with holes on the lid for ease of adjustment of the amount of dry mix used.
Features
Cleansing talcum powder is used to clean the hair from dirt, dust, particles of dead cells and subcutaneous fat. Using such a tool is easy and simple. The flavored product is evenly distributed over the animal’s hair, gently rubbing it in a circular motion. After that, the pet should be combed well with a brush, in order to avoid the remnants of faded hair along with particles of dirt and sebum.
To completely remove the shampoo from the pet, you can use a towel and a hairdryer. With a towel, wipe the animal in the places where the shampoo was. The final step will be the use of a hairdryer. You should set a cool mode on the device so as not to burn the skin of the dog. After the entire procedure, the coat will be cleaned of dirt, tart and keratinized skin. And extracts of various herbs and infusions, which are part of such shampoos, will relieve the pet of parasites and itching.
Who is it for?
Use dry powder tool is advised to owners of breeds with a short undercoat.In winter, the animal’s lubricant, which is created by nature for the natural protection of the skin, is washed out of the wool. Sebaceous glands produce this lubricant more actively in breeds with a short undercoat. Therefore, dry shampoo mixtures are used to wash the hair of such dogs. For long-haired animals, dry shampoo spray is most often used, it is more convenient when used.
Shampoo in the form of talc is used mainly for breeds with light hair.
An animal with a dark undercoat should be rinsed with water after brushing., since after application on the black coat light traces of shampoo may remain. Talc shampoo is also suitable for dogs that have health problems. The powder perfectly removes dirt and unpleasant odors without harming the immune system.
Kinds
To date, there are only two options for dry shampoos: powder (powder) and spray. Spray involves the use of a spray gun, with which the agent is applied to wool. Shampoo-powder is considered more convenient when used.
Shampoo powders for dogs are divided into several types.
- Shampoos that give a shade of color. Using tinted powders, you can deeply clean the coat and give it a brighter color. Such products are suitable for breeds with any color of undercoat.
- Conventional remedies. Powder for dry washing wool deodorizes, has a pleasant smell.
- Restorative. This option is used to moisturize the skin and improve the appearance of the pet's coat. The use of such talc promotes the restoration of faded areas of the undercoat, has a tonic effect.
- Means to prevent cross-section and fragility. Dry shampoos for this purpose are used for show breeds. Extracts of various herbs and liquid silk will make the animal's coat softer and give volume.
- Medication. These funds will destroy any kind of skin parasites. Dry powders for medical purposes act instantly, saving the pet from pests.
- Means for moisturizing and care. Such shampoos are used to moisturize the skin of four-legged pets. These funds moisturize, eliminate allergies and various irritations.
Shampoo-powder is considered the best option for cleaning the hairline of the animal. It has no contraindications, unlike shampoo-spray.
With constant use of the nebulizer, the pet will disrupt the sebaceous glands, the hair will become dull, and irritation will appear. Temporary use of such shampoo is possible only at exhibitions or on travel.
Best remedies
Best in the field of "zooc beauty" The following brands of dog shampoos have proven themselves:
- Pet Silk;
- Iv San Bernard;
- Pure Paws;
- Ladybel;
- Doctor VIC;
- Pet Head DRY CLEAN;
- Anju beaute.
These products include natural ingredients such as oatmeal and aloe vera. Shampoos are different in their purpose. The effect after application is also different. But the main advantage of the powders of these companies can be called good, high-quality cleaning of wool from pollution, excellent deodorizing effect, protection from pests, moisturizing the skin, regulating the sebaceous glands, and relief during combing.
How to make at home?
In order to prepare such a tool yourself, The following components will be needed:
- 1 cup of starch, it is worth using corn;
- 1 cup baking soda;
- 5 drops of lavender essential oil.
All ingredients are thoroughly mixed in equal proportions. To store shampoo, you need to choose a convenient container. This can be a plastic jar with a tight lid or a previously used bottle. It is necessary to make several holes on the lid so that it is convenient to pour the powder onto the pet’s hair. If this is a bottle from under any means, then you must thoroughly wash it before pouring the prepared mixture.
Before applying shampoo, you should prepare the hair of the animal. It is necessary to comb out the pet well, eliminating the tangle and wool after molting. Then the prepared mixture is evenly applied to the wool, rubbing in a circular motion.
Starch with soda will remove dust, dirt and other secretions of the skin, and lavender oil will rid the dog of fleas and moisturize the hair, giving shine and elasticity.
Reviews
Dog cleansers in the form of talcum powder have become indispensable helpers for the owners. This is evidenced by the positive reviews of dog lovers. If it is not possible to bathe a pet, the water is turned off, the animal is panicky afraid of water, after walking there is no time to wash - a special shampoo-powder for dogs will solve all these problems. It is only necessary to apply it on the pet’s hair, rub and comb the animal well. The owners say that dry powders perfectly clean the coat, have no odors and aggressive additivesare positively perceived by dogs. These shampoos are very easy to use, and their price is more than moderate.
Negative reviews almost never occur. Only in rare cases, the drug caused allergies and redness of the skin of the pet. There are also difficulties in caring for long-haired and large dogs. Shampoo should be applied for a long time, and combed out even longer. In addition, the agent must not be allowed to enter the respiratory tract of the dog.
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