Wondering how to make dog shampoo? It’s actually so easy! You only need 3 ingredients to make the best Homemade Dog Shampoo! This budget-friendly mixture will have you cleaning your sweet little dirty dogs on a dime, and as a bonus… it works great on fleas, too!
Homemade Dog Shampoo
This easy Homemade Dog Shampoo Recipe is a frugal alternative that is going to save you so much money!
I love that you can use this homemade recipe as a DIY Dog Shampoo Spray, which makes washing your dog so much easier!
For an added bonus, this 3 ingredient shampoo can also be used to help get rid of and prevent fleas. And we’re all thankful for that!
What I like most about this Homemade Dog Shampoo is that it’s a more natural alternative to what you can buy at the store, and is just a fraction of the cost. Thank you so much to frugal friend Kirsten for sharing this recipe with us over on Facebook!
Now you can start cleaning your doggie on a dime with this simple and effective homemade shampoo recipe!
For another easy way to wash your dog, check out water-less shampoos on PetKeen.
After doggie bath time, grab out one of these Best Dog Toys to Keep Dog Busy and have some fun with your fluffy clean dog!
It’s always a good day when you can save money on pet supplies!
So are you ready to learn how to make dog shampoo at home?
You’ll just need these 3 ingredients…
How Often Should You Wash Your Dog?
You’ll typically want to bathe your dog around every 3 weeks, or more often if they have a wild play day with the dirt and mud.
On cleanup day, don’t forget to check their nails, too!
If they don’t like having them clipped, try out a Nail Grinder!
How Do I Wash My Dog If He Is Afraid Water?
So what do you do if your dog is afraid of baths?
Well… here’s a simple little trick…
Get a Dog Lick Mat with Suction Cups
Smear some creamy peanut butter over the lick mat, and let your dog go to town with his treat.
Once your dog has come to love the peanut butter and lick mat, you can then give it a try on the side of the bathtub or shower wall, with no water running… just to get used to where you’ll be washing him.
Then on another day, put it back on the tub or shower wall with peanut butter and let them lick and enjoy their treat while you wash them. It’s a simple little trick that just may help distract them while they’re getting bathed. Hey, it’s worth a try!
What Can I Wash My Dog With If I Don’t Have Dog Shampoo?
No dog shampoo? What Can I Use? Well… this simple DIY Dog Shampoo you can make with ingredients you’ve probably already got at home is the perfect dog shampoo substitute!
It’s quick and simple to mix up, and works like a charm!
Here’s what you’ll need to make your puppy or doggie shampoo…
Ingredients
- Warm Water
- White Vinegar
- Blue Dawn Dish Soap
How to Make Dog Shampoo
- Mix up your homemade dog shampoo.
- Brush out your dog.
- Rinse, apply, wash, rinse, and dry!
Scroll down for complete step-by-step instructions.
How to Clean a Dog Collar
I love, love, LOVE dogs… but dog odors? Yeah, not so much! 😉
Dog collars have a way of picking up those doggie odors, so make sure to give your dog’s collar a clean before putting it back on!
Frugal friend Kathleen writes: “I soak dog collars and leashes in a small amount of laundry detergent mixed with vinegar and water. I had never been able to get the odor out in the past, and this works great!”
How to Clean Dog Paws
In between washes, you can use this simple little trick to clean their dog paws after a walk!
If you’ve got a dog like Roy boy here, you’ll know just how quickly their paws seem to attract dust, dirt, mud, and grime, right?
How could they not? That means they’re out and about playing, walking, and having fun!
Well… this Cleaning Dog Paws Trick works like a charm on dirty and muddy paws! It’s so fast and easy, too.
When your pup’s paws get dirty, simply reach for the Baby Wipes!
A quick wipe of the paws before hopping in the car or heading back in the house after a walk will keep those carpets and upholstery SO much cleaner!
Store some baby wipes in your car and keep some by the front door, and you’ll be all set! Make sure to pack extras on your road trips, too! EASY, right?
Homemade Dog Shampoo
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Warm Water
- 1/4 cup White Vinegar
- 1/4 cup Blue Dawn Dish Soap
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a small jar, attach lid, and shake well to combine.
- Store shampoo in jar, or transfer to an empty shampoo container or squirt bottle.
- When it's time to wash, brush out fur.
- Rinse with warm water, than apply dog shampoo starting at the neck and going back towards the tail (being careful to keep out of your dog’s eyes)
- Massage shampoo into your dog’s coat starting at the neck and going back. You can even use a special dog washing glove to help! (they’re great at removing any remaining excess loose hair)
- Rinse off your doggie with warm water, until all shampoo is removed.
- Dry with towels, and send ’em off (away from you) to go shake like a wild pooch!
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Thank you! We had a doggie emergency with my dog having diarrhea. This is heaven sent.
Oh I’m so sorry about the emergency, Anna… but am so happy to hear the dog shampoo saved the day! 🙂 I hope your doggie is feeling better today!
This is such a great idea!
Thanks, Josiah! I just love how much money it saves 🙂
What a great idea, and so EASY to make! My mother in law would love this. She has two german shepherds, so they definitely use dog shampoo fast.
Oh yes… German Shepherds are gorgeous, and so big! This sounds like something she could definitely use to save money! 🙂
Wow only 3 ingredients! Thanks for sharing this!
You’re very welcome, Christie… and yes, it’s SO easy to make!
What a great DIY to have! My friend has two dogs and she’s always looking for gentle shampoos. Thank you for sharing, Heidi!
You’re very welcome, Irena… so glad you like the DIY recipe! 🙂