23 Best Dog Shampoos For Your Pup’s Next Bath

Jun 25, 2025

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Splish splash your dog's taking a bath — and it's actually going quite well thanks to this new shampoo.

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Avoid dry, flaky skin, and get your dog something formulated just for them.

There are a ton of different styles, including whitening, hypoallergenic, shed control, itch relief, and more. This shampoo is a winner: According to the listing, most customers keep this product!

Promising review: "This shampoo works great. Of the few that I have used, this is my favorite. It lathers up well, and the fragrance is very nice and mild. It also leaves her fur soft. My dog happens to be white, and it appears whiter, too. I highly recommend it!" —Wendy

Get it from Amazon for $14.99 (available in nine formulas).

Promising review: "OK, so I picked up Frasier from the shelter about 12 days ago and gave him a bath because he was unbelievably dirty. I noticed after the bath he still had dander coming off all over the place. So, I ordered this and hoped it would help with his itching. This shampoo got this dog so clean. I am only going to buy this moving forward. I love Burt's Bees brand, and the oatmeal seemed to help a lot. He is so silky and clean!!! I am so happy with it." —Lyndsie

"Love all things Burt's Bees for me, so why not for my furbabies??? LOVE that there are NO NASTY ingredients. So if my pup takes a mud bath, I can give her a regular bath a few days in a row with no problems." —Nicole

Get it from Amazon for $5.99+ (available in three sizes and multipacks).

Promising review: "This is the best dog shampoo I have ever used. My dog's fur is noticeably softer and smoother, her fur stays clean longer, and the scent is long-lasting. My dog is a border collie with a thick undercoat that is susceptible to getting matted/tangled. After using this shampoo, her undercoat is so soft and fluffy, and her top coat is silky smooth. The day I washed her, her fur was a little more fluffy than usual, but this settled down after a day or two, and now her fur is beautiful. This shampoo was a little more than I wanted to pay, but it is still a great value. This bottle will last us a long time! Overall, using this shampoo produced a better and longer-lasting result than what she usually gets at a professional groomer. I HIGHLY recommend." —Robert

Get it from Amazon for $32.

Promising reviews: "I love this for my puppy. It lathers up well for washing and smells amazing, like the beach or a summer day. The coconut smell has my pet smelling great all week." —Casey

"HOORAY!!! I'd been searching for a great leave-in conditioner/detangler for my doodle for a while. I use Biosilk shampoo and conditioner in coconut scent but I had not found the detangler in coconut until this order. It's AMAZING! I leave my sweet doodle boy's coat long (we are experiencing terribly cold weather this week, so I'm glad of this choice). He has an impressive hairstyle on top (our vet techs call it his afro or '80s band look!), and I brush him almost daily. Despite the attention, he gets matted so easily — spraying this product on is wonderful. It made his hair softer and more manageable, and it smells amazing. It's expensive, and you don't get much in the bottle, but for now, I'm a happy customer." —Lisa

Get it from Amazon for $9.99.

Promising reviews: "I just gave my rescue puppy a bath. She was pretty dirty from being at the Humane Center. She's white, but after the bath, she is Really White. This really did the job of making her sparkle, and she looks like a different puppy." —Swissneva

Get it from Amazon for $9.26+ (available in two sizes).

Expect your dog to shed a ton after the first wash and then less over time.

Promising review: "I used to be a professional dog groomer, and this stuff works!! Nothing takes away all the shedding, of course, but this stuff and the conditioner really make a huge difference. The key is mostly in the conditioner; you rub it into the coat, then use a dog dryer (NO heat) to blow the conditioner into the coat backward. Next rinse out completely and again use the dryer. I like the fact that the ingredients are not full of all kinds of chemicals." —Jon

Get it from Amazon for $10.82+ (available in two sizes and in a pouch).

The shampoo is pH-balanced, hypoallergenic, and made with gentle ingredients.

Promising review: "This doggy shampoo is fantastic! I have a sensitive nose, but the smell was gentle and nice. It lingers for a bit, but it’s not overwhelming. It has made my pup's fur extra soft, and I’ve noticed no reaction to the product so far." —Christina

Get it from Amazon for $16.99 (also available in curly and short coat).

Promising review: "I have a Maltese who had horrible red tear staining. My groomer recommended this produc,t and it’s amazing!! I wash her eyes every night with a child's small soft toothbrush and a small amount of this wash, and in the morning, I clean her eyes with Henry Schein tearstain remover on a cotton pad, and her little eyes are white as snow. It’s soap-free and has never irritated her eyes... Love it!!" —Stacey

Get it from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in three sizes).

Promising review: "I have tried various water shampoos and I haven’t been pleased with any. It does smell nice, but that wouldn’t matter if it were a nice scent but not really a shampoo. I have a Blenheim cavalier whose white fur is WHITE when she returns from the groomer. She has a habit of walking through mulch, dirt, etc., and it isn’t long before her white fur is beige. I love how I can give her a spritz, rub into her coat, dry, and brush. She’s then back to white. This is a great product." —JD

Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in three sizes and three scents).

Promising reviews: "This is by far my most favorite shampoo I have tried on my golden doodle. I feel like she tends to be a smelly dog, but her fur texture can easily get matted, so every shampoo we tried was drying her fur out and causing her to itch. Not this one. And she smells so good after. I use both the shampoo and conditioner, and it leaves her fur shiny, soft, and clean." —Lily

"Highly, highly recommend. Don't waste your money on other brands you see on Amazon. The 16:1 dilution ratio will make it last for a long time, being cheaper in the long term than the $20 bottles. This shampoo is absolutely perfect for bathing your long-haired dog. My dog's fur is very silky soft and a lot of loose hair came out. I also used the leave-in keratin conditioner from the same brand. Great combo." —Hobbler

Get it from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in two sizes and multipacks).

The shampoo won't wash away other flea treatments you incorporate and, instead, works to relieve itchiness, inflamed skin, waxy skin, bald spots, and more. Use it two or three times a week initially and then less frequently as skin improves. Always first consult your vet when you're dealing with fleas and other pests.

Promising review: "We had a bad year for fleas. No matter what I used to treat my dog or the yard, I couldn’t get rid of them. Finally, I tried this as a last resort because he was also losing his hair because of how bad his fleas were. I used this the minute it came, and I could not believe all the dead fleas that were in the tub after bathing him. I also use the Bodhi brush to scrub the shampoo into his coat really well. The smell isn’t great, but I don’t really care about the smell; I just want it to get rid of the fleas." —Heidi DeLong

Get it from Amazon for $9.87 (available in two sizes and 11 colors).

Mighty Mutt is a small pet supply business.

Promising review: "I can't say enough about this product. It is easy to use, smells amazing, cleans my WHITE Jack Russell, and — other than feeling a little damp on their skin — you can almost pretend to be petting them as you apply it. I do wipe him with a towel, but mainly to wipe off any dirt. It is great for spot cleaning if they just roll in something and you want to clean immediately. Great for in-between baths. It leaves him soft and smelling wonderful. Jack Russells tend to be very dry-skinned, so this is a great alternative to shampooing so often." —Sandy D

Get it from Amazon for $14.99 (available in two scents).

The non-toxic and cruelty-free formula works for both cats and dogs.

Promising review: "Great find for my water-averse dog. She gets mini spa days now where I brush her, apply some dry shampoo, dry her off, and then brush some more. Leaves her fur silky and beautiful, and she loves the pampering." —Miss Print

Get a pack of six from Amazon for $29.99.

Honeydew is a small business that sells dog and human body care.

Promising review: "I just love how good our dogs smell after using this! It’s a little thick, but I feel like when we use this, there isn’t much of that 'wet dog' scent. They just smell nice and clean." —Suzanne Calcutt

Get it from Amazon for $14.95+ (available in three scents and a larger size).

Promising review: "This is a great shampoo and conditioner. I have a shichon puppy that needs to be washed every 3-4 weeks. I thought I would need to apply a leave-in conditioner since he is half Shih Tzu, but I do not. The product gets him super clean without drying out his fur. It makes his fur soft and fluffy! The directions say to rinse and repeat, but I found two applications dry out his skin and make his fur look dull. So, I only do one application. I will definitely buy it again and again. The pump nozzle is great to use one-handed. The shampoo leaves him smelling good for at least a week or more." —C M

Get it from Amazon for $20.99 (available in two sizes, five scents/styles, and multipacks).

Promising review: "I love this product! I use it on my 90-pound rottweiler, and it works! Once he’s been outside for more than 5 minutes, he starts to have an odor. It's nice to have something other than doggy cologne (which just masks the smell) to get rid of the smell. Super easy to use and worth the money since you get so many wipes in a pack!" —Ambily

Get 100 wipes from Amazon for $9.07 (also available in puppy and odor control).

Dandylion is a small business founded by Carolyn Chen that sells bath products for dogs with sensitive skin.

Promising review: "I have been using this shampoo and conditioner for almost six months. I waited this long to write my review, and WE LOVE IT. My dog has itchy skin, to the point that once she got an ugly scratch that got infected on her back. The vet told us it would be very difficult to manage if it was an allergy, so we should just keep her clean and brush regularly. We tried skin and coat supplements, fish oil, multiple shampoos, different foods, and nothing. She kept getting dry pimples on her back. I first saw Dandylion on Instagram and was skeptical, but I am glad I was wrong. I never imagined what a game-changer the shampoo and conditioner would be. She no longer gets those pimples and she needs less frequent baths (yes, a white dog). I am genuinely thankful to this brand and have recommended it to our pittie and Frenchie friends." —Mariana H.

Get it from Dandylion for $20.

Promising review: "I have a German shepherd with a long coat, which is usually a nightmare at bath time. This shampoo really got his fur clean and soft, and didn't take multiple applications. Usually I have to reapply and wash him several times, but this didn't need all that wasted product. I will definitely buy this again!" —J.F.

Get it from Amazon for $12.97.

The shampoo detangles, conditions, balances pH level, and adds shine.

Promising reviews: "This is hands down the best dog shampoo I’ve ever bought. It makes our dogs feel so soft, and they smell great; not like a wet dog after their bath. Will buy again!!!" —Jeff & Steph

"This scent is FANTASTIC!!! Our dogs smell great for days! We’ve got itchy cockapoos, and it doesn’t seem to bother them at all." —Mary

Get it from Amazon for $13.22 (available in three scents and multipacks).

Shake well before using! Noudle is a Cuban-American-owned pet supply small business.

Promising review: "My dog loves to roll in the grass and sand at the beach. This shampoo works wonders to remove all of the grime from her fur. She always feels exceptionally clean after the bath, and her fur has a noticeable difference in shine. It does take a lot of water to fully wash out, but I feel that it is just part of the deep cleaning process." —Anna

Get it from Noudle for $19.98.

Get it from Amazon for $24.99.

Promising reviews: "My Yorkie has skin allergies and her coat gets stiff. She also generates a smell if not bathed often. This shampoo really softens her fur and makes her more comfortable. It smells nice too." —cupofjo

"Best ever my dog is soft, clean and doesn’t itch." —Luna Lynn

Get it from Amazon for $29.25.

Promising review: "Works better than the bougie shampoo the dog groomer uses! I spent so much money searching for a dog shampoo that worked. The shampoo worked wonders with his smell and almost seemed to cure his itching problem overnight. His coat is beautiful and shiny, and he’s so soft and snuggly now! Rinsed out pretty easily, seems to moisturize him pretty well." —John

Get it from Amazon for $4.72+ (available in three sizes and multi-packs).

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