Can I put moisturiser on my dog's skin?
Ludie Ankunding
2025-08-01 05:56:35
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Unfortunately, you can’t just use human lotions on canines because they may contain harmful chemicals and ingredients. Plus, dogs are likely to lick topical treatments off of their noses and paws, so any skin-soothing product you use has to be 100% dog-safe. Any skin-soothing product you use has to be 100% dog-safe. Avoid these ingredients at all costs, because they’re toxic to dogs: Zinc oxide: commonly included in suncreams and nappy rash creams Diclofenac: used to treat joint pain Calcipotriene: used to treat psoriasis. Before using any cream, salve or gel containing these ingredients with your dog, be sure to consult your vet: Hydrocortisone: on its own or in calamine lotion Lidocaine: numbing agent. Luckily, there are plenty of dog-safe products on the market to treat dry, irritated skin. From dog-specific salves to supermarket staples, it’s never been easier to find something that works for your dog. All of these products contain dog-safe ingredients, meaning it’s okay if your dog takes a little lick. But even the dog-friendliest oils can lead to an upset tummy if over-ingested.
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