How do I moisturize my dog's skin?

To moisturize your dog's skin, don't wash your dog too much. Dogs do not need to be washed every time they get dirty, and you will be surprised at just how easy it can be to brush away dirt from your pet’s coat. Wash your pet every couple of weeks at most, and be sure that you don’t use low-quality shampoo when you do so. Using products that are pH-balance for dogs is a must, and you should be sure that you dry your dog thoroughly after you wash them as well. Make sure to feed quality kibble, as feeding high-quality kibble is important for your dog’s overall well-being, and it can make a big impact on their skin health as well. You might want to avoid walking your dog outside for long periods or taking them to the dog park when it’s really chilly. Use a humidifier at home, as it can make a huge impact on the moisture content of the air in your home and make you and your pet much more comfortable. There are many supplements that are made to be poured over your dog’s food that should help impart more fat to your dog’s diet.

To moisturize your dog's skin, you can use dog-safe products like Burt’s Bees Paw and Nose Lotion, which contains soothing olive oil and rosemary to repair dry skin. Paw Soother Dry Dog Skin Treatment is another option, a 100% organic paw balm with natural ingredients like candelilla wax, shea butter, and tea tree oil. ProGroom Organic Skin Balm for Dry Dog Skin is also available, loaded with all-natural moisturising ingredients and 100% essential oils, with anti-fungal, anti-microbial and anti-bacterial properties. Coconut oil is one of nature’s safest, most effective moisturisers, which can be used topically or as part of their diet to boost the immune system and improve skin and coat health. Johnson’s Tea Tree Skin Calm Spray for Dogs and Puppies can help soothe and calm the discomfort of itchy skin, containing tea tree oil, lavender oil and aloe vera. Earthbath Oatmeal & Aloe Shampoo is specially formulated to treat dry dog skin, relieve itching and leave your dog’s coat soft and shiny. Olive oil can be applied externally to dry paws, nose and ears, or added to your dog’s diet to promote healthy skin and fur. Shea Butter Dry Dog Skin Treatment moisturises and protects skin, and is dog-safe when applied topically in small amounts. Any skin-soothing product you use has to be 100% dog-safe, as dogs are likely to lick topical treatments off of their noses and paws. Before using any cream, salve or gel containing ingredients like Hydrocortisone or Lidocaine with your dog, be sure to consult your vet.