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Your dog has been scratching and licking more than usual lately and the vet recommended getting an oatmeal based dog shampoo. Your not alone!

More and more, vets across the nation are recommending or subscribing oatmeal based dog shampoos because of the unique ability that oat colloids have. Oat Colloids are proven to help heal skin irritations on pets faster while at the same time, these same colloids can sooth itchy, dry irritated skin.

Many of the oatmeal shampoos provide natural moisturizers and anti-itch agents which soothe skin and help to calm the sting of insect bites or other skin irritations that ar bothering your cat or dog.

One of our favorite Oatmeal dog shampoos from Veterinary Formula features Tea Tree Oil. Tea tree oil is proven effective against bacterial and fungus infections on your dog's skin. The combination of the oatmeal and tea tree oil leaves your pet smelling clean with no heavy perfumes. Contains no artificial fragrances and no drying additives.

Another Oatmeal shampoo that we are excited about is Magic Coat Natural Oatmeal Shampoo. This wonderful dog shampoo is a hypo-allergenic and is specially formulated to temporary relief of itching associated with minor skin irritations, inflammation, and rashes. This formula is excellent for dogs that require steroid treatments - so if your dog has been on steroid treatments or has more severely sensitive skin- this shampoo may have been recommended to you.

Natural Oatmeal Shampoo soothes and restores your pet's coat and skin to its natural condition for a healthier coat.

Even if your puppy or dog does not have skin problems, oatmeal shampoos can relieve the bit of dryness from being out in the sun all day or just offer a special shampoo treat for your dog.