Ingredients
Aloe Vera gel is widely used to treat skin diseases in dogs, the anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties of Aloe Vera stimulates the healing process and also provides skin protection from recurring skin infections. Veterinarians recommend aloe Vera gel as a very effective treatment for dogs with itchy skin. This ingredient is used in our Itchy 'n Scratchy soap.
Calendula Oil (Organic)
Calendula contains salicylic acid (also found in aspirin), which is pain relieving. It also has wonderful healing power due to its antimicrobial, antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal and astringent properties.
Calendula is a "must-have" for our dog's herbal first-aid kit as it can be used for all types of open wounds. Calendula oil or salve is excellent for treating minor cuts, insect bites, and abrasions. Its brings soothing relief while its antimicrobial and wound-healing properties speed up the healing of the wound. Ingredient in the Snoot 'n Boot balm.
Canola oil has an oleic acid content similar to olive oil, but also has a higher linoleic acid content. This produces an extremely conditioning and moisturizing soap with creamy lather. Ingredient in the Itchy 'n Scratchy soap.
Castor oil is effective for soothing and treating skin problems, it is a natural flea and tick repellent. Ingredient in the Itchy 'n Scratchy soap.
Coconut oil improves dogs coats and helps prevent infection and alleviate skin irritation. It is recommended to use coconut oil for dogs with allergies because it contains lauric acid, this can help to decrease the bodies production of yeast.
Coconut Oil Can Help To:
- Clear up eczema
- Aids flea allergies, contact dermatitis and itchy skin
- Minimize doggy odor
- Reduce allergic reactions
- Promote a sleek and glossy coat
- Prevent and treat yeast and fungal infections
- When applied topically coconut oil can promote wound healing
- Also helps with hot spots, dry skin and hair and bites on skin.
For dogs, organic coconut oil can be incredibly soothing when dogs keeping licking its paws because of its moisturizing qualities.
There are many different ingredients that can be highly effective at helping to protect a dogs paws. Coconut oil is one of them. Coconut oil contains a high quantity of saturated fats, which is an essential component of skin moisturisers.
Because your dogs pads can become dry and cracked, its important to use some type of moisturizer. However, moisturizer that is used for your skin isn't going to be effective and can actually cause more harm for your dog. Its best to rely on a topical ointment that is specifically designed for dogs that will help stop him from licking its paws. Ones that contain organic coconut oil are some of the most effective because of the ingredients they possess.
One of the best treatments for dry skin is jojoba oil. Jojoba oil is a liquid wax produced inside the seeds of the jojoba plant. It is renowned for its moisturizing and skin healing properties in humans and dogs alike. This emollient substance can soothe your buddies skin, unclog his hair follicles and leave his fur as soft as a young pups. Ingredient in the Itchy 'n Scratchy soap..
Manuka and Kanuka are both known for their natural antibacterial and antifungal properties and have been used for centuries by the Maori as a natural healer.
Hydrosol is produced during the steam extraction of Manuka and Kanuka essential oil. Hydrosols are especially good to use on animals as they contain minute amounts of essential oils which is great for animals sensitive skins.
Kanuka and Manuka have similar properties, though Kanuka is also known as an anti-inflammatory and is able to penetrate the skin and help with joint inflammation. To use Kanuka and Manuka essential oils undiluted on dogs skin is not recommended as they are strong and can burn dogs skin. Hydrosols are recommended for use on dogs. Hydrosols are an ingredient in our Itchy 'n Scratchy soap and Itchy 'n Scratchy spray.
Neem Oil (Organic)
Great for dogs who have itchy skin due to food allergies, insect bites, mild mange or really dry patches. Neem oil has anti-fungal, anti-bacterial, antiseptic and anti-inflammatory qualities and is widely used on both humans and animals. Is also an excellent natural insect repellent. Ingredient in the Itchy 'n Scratchy soap.
Olive oil is often recommended by vets for dogs with dry skin, however, it can be a messy business massaging olive oil into your dogs skin so you are better off opting for products that contain olive oil extracts. Wasbars containing olive oil can be beneficial to repair your dogs dry and itchy skin. Olive oil is rich in antioxidants, especially vitamin E, and has been linked to promoting cardiovascular health in dogs. Olive oil is one of the main ingredients in the itchy 'n scratchy washbar..
Shea butter contains a unique substance known as cinnamic acid, and cinnamic acid has natural antibacterial properties that help to ward off infection and speed up wound healing. Shea butter also contains naturally occurring vitamin A, which is known to speed up the recovery and regeneration of the skin.
The vitamin E in Shea butter helps to soothe irritations and speed recovery as well, while the multitude of essential fatty acids keep the skin healthy, elastic, and better prepared to heal itself should the need arise. And don't worry if your dog licks some of it off of its feet- Shea butter is completely natural and is actually a healthy source of fat that has been used as a cooking oil for centuries. Ingredient in both the Itchy 'n Scratchy soap and the Snoot 'n Boot paw balm.
