Best Dog Shampoos & Conditioners

There's a reason professional groomers reach for Earthbath when clients don't specify a brand — it works on virtually every dog without irritation. The oatmeal and aloe formula delivers noticeable itch relief, and the pH balance means you can bathe more frequently without drying out the coat. This is the default recommendation for a reason.

When your dog has an actual skin condition — hot spots, yeast dermatitis, or ringworm — this is the OTC shampoo vets most often recommend before escalating to prescriptions. The dual-action formula with benzethonium chloride and ketoconazole addresses both bacterial and fungal issues in a single wash. Just commit to the 10-minute soak time or you're wasting your effort.

For puppies getting their first baths, Burt's Bees removes the anxiety with a genuinely tearless, gentle formula that won't cause a negative association with bath time. The buttermilk base leaves puppy coats impossibly soft without any harsh ingredients. It's mild by design, so don't expect it to tackle a mud-caked adult retriever.