What is the best Shampoo for a black and silver Miniature Schnauzer?

Question

I'm getting a black and silver miniature schnauzer puppy and I was just wondering what people recommend as the best shampoos for a pup and later on for a dog. I don't intend to show him but I want him to look his best, in colour and coat condition. Also important to me is that the shampoo be as natural as possible and biodegradable etc.

Answer 1

I'd check either KV Vet supply or Dr. Foster and Smith for some good brands. If you go to a show you can ask for recommendations. They make wire haired shampoos or Terrier coat shampoos.http://www.kvvet.com/KVVet/productr.asp?pf%5Fid=70150&gift=False&0=dept%2Easp%2Cdept%5Fid%3D198%26Tree%3D%2CComplete%20Catalog&1=dept%2Easp%2Cdept%5Fid%3D123%26Tree%3D0%2CPet&2=dept%2Easp%2Cdept%5Fid%3D41%26menu%5Fid%3D%26Tree%3D1%2CShampoos%20%26%20Conditioners&3=dept%2Easp%2Cdept%5Fid%3D964%26menu%5Fid%3D%26Tree%3D2%2CBio%2DGroom&HSLB=False&mscssid=0D2A869626CC4EB98391FE1FDE5DDE73

http://members.aol.com/msbritmor/groom.html Schnauzer tips.

http://amsc.us/grooming.html

So apparently the Schnauzer club says any shampoo will do. I used whitening shampoo on the legs and beards and used regular shampoo on the rest. Beards do get really smelly if they aren't kept clean.

Answer 2

Black And Silver Miniature Schnauzer

Answer 3

get a tearless puppy shampoo so you don't have to worry about getting anything in your puppy's eyes. also get a conditioner with aloe. this will give you the desired coat without having to worry about getting rid of it's natural produced oils. you can pick these up at any local pet store.

if you don't intend to show him i would recommend you give him something much like the yorkie puppy cut so that grooming doesn't become too difficult. long hair is prone to matting and this won't be pleasant for you or your dog.

also keep in mind that most dogs don't need to be bathed very often. with schnauzers once a month or so should be just fine

Answer 4

okay try gold medal puppy shampoo from petsmart and it is a really good shampoo and it dries quick and does not cause the dog much stress because it drys quick . good luck .

Answer 5

CALL THE BREEDER,,, they will tell you exactly what they use on the show dogs,,,

Answer 6

please please please checck your local animal shelter before getting an animal,who knows you might find the perfect pup <3