Can you use moisturizers for people or do they make ones specifically for dogs?
2007-02-15 11:51:13 · 10 answers · asked by neve_freak2001 5 in Pets ➔ Dogs
You treat a dog from the inside out. Depending on the size of your dog, give him 1 teaspoon to 1 tablespoon of veg. oil on his food daily, or better yet, a salmon oil capsule every day. Also, make sure you don't bath your dog too much - that causes the skin to dry pretty badly, especially in the winter months.
2007-02-15 12:03:02 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would not use a moisturizer. I would start internally. I use a raw egg on my dogs dry food to develope a show coat. You can also put a couple of tablespoons of pure corn oil on the food. Give the dog a high quality vitamin (not the junk in the grocery store, get one from the vet or a dog supply store). You will see a dramatic change within two months. I use this formula for my show dog with wonderful results.
2007-02-15 20:06:47 · answer #2 · answered by dressage.rider 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They make ones specifically for dogs. You should also take a good look at your dog's diet. Dry skin can be a sign of feeding your dog an inadequate or low-quality food. Here is an easy test, most quality foods for dogs retail for at least $1 per pound. If your current dog food costs less then $1/lb it is probably made mainly from things like corn, other grains, and meat by-products. IMHO corn does not belong in dog food. I would recommend Canidae brand dog food. Its improved my dog's skin and coat as well as increased her energy level.
2007-02-15 20:04:52 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
For a small dog, 1 - 2 teaspoons of Cod Liver Oil in their food one to two times per week.
For larger dogs, 1-2 tablespoons 1-2 times per week in their food.
It's not a good idea to use lotions that are made for humans. They have chemicals in them and dogs tend to lick it off anyway.
2007-02-15 20:04:06 · answer #4 · answered by Pom♥Mom Spay and Neuter 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can try Oatmeal Shampoo, which you can buy in any pet store. It' s used for dry skin, and skin allergy's in dogs. It's supposed to work really well, in soothing the irritated skin. I think they also have Conditioner.
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2014-11-26 09:48:03 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you want a solution, then you need to go from the inside. If you want to mask the symptoms, then moisturize.
My dogs eat raw food. They eat a carnivorous diet. They eat raw meaty bones and organs.
My dogs don't itch. They have clean teeth. They have sweet breath.
I don't "do" anything to them. They are eating the correct and proper diet for their species.
2007-02-15 20:10:41 · answer #7 · answered by GSDJunkie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dogs skin is different from our skin, so human moisterizers could just make it worse. the best treatment is Oatmeal Shampoo. it smells good too.
2007-02-15 20:53:29 · answer #8 · answered by joyce j 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have used Avon skin so soft and Garnier sleek and shine.
Trust me it works.
I have three dog's I show and there skin has to be itch free in the ring.
2007-02-15 19:56:54 · answer #9 · answered by waitingcastlerottweilers 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
normal nivea, its very good for the skin + has no kinda harmful chemicals. Or you could use soem simple vaselin.
2007-02-15 19:59:58 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋