Can you use dish soap on dogs?

There is a groomer in my area that uses Dawn dish soap to wash the dogs so this is what I have been using lately. I also read in a book that you should add a small amount of dish soap to your regular dog shampoo. read more

You have your work cut out for you, keeping all those dogs clean! I can tell you are a devoted dog owner. I must admit I am a bit surprised that a professional dog groomer would use a detergent made for washing dishes, pots, and pans to wash dogs. read more

No one can tell you what to do with your dog and if you and your veterinarians believe that regular use of dish detergent as a shampoo is best for your dogs, then that’s what you should do. I choose not to use a product like dish detergent because it’s drying, it strips the coat of natural oils, it’s harsh on the skin, and painful if it gets in their eyes, nose, or mouth by accident. read more