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DIY Dog Shampoo

  • September 27, 2019
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Do your pup a solid and make this DIY Dog Shampoo ⏤ it’s all-natural, moisturizing and keeps the fleas (and dandruff) away! So, it’s a win-win-win! 🙌🏾

About the ingredients/supplies

  • Dr. Bronner's Castile soap
  • Coconut oil
  • doTERRA Lavender essential oil
  • Fresh rosemary sprigs
  • Distilled water
  • Glass bottle
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Dr. Bronner’s mild liquid Castile soap

  • All-natural, plant-based
  • Non-toxic
  • Gentle, yet effective

Organic extra virgin coconut oil

  • Extremely moisturizing for the coat
  • Antibacterial properties helps to heal skin

Lavender essential oil

  • Has anti-oxidant properties
  • Not to mention the relaxing and the calming properties!
  • And the fresh, pleasant fragrance

Fresh rosemary

  • Is antibacterial, antimicrobial, antiseptic and antiviral
  • Naturally repels insects

Distilled water

  • The best option for the cleanest DIY Dog Shampoo possible
  • If you don’t have distilled water, filtered water is a close second
  • It doesn’t contain any of the nasty minerals found in tap water

Container

  • I’ve repurposed an old beverage bottle, if you don’t have anything handy, you can order something similar to mine (linked above 👆🏾)
DIY Dog Shampoo

How to make

  1. Boil 3 cups of water
  2. Add a sprig of Rosemary to steep
  3. Remove water from the heat and allow to warm (and steep). Mine took 1 hour
  4. Once warm, remove Rosemary and transfer into bottle
  5. Add a heaping tablespoon of Coconut oil
  6. Next, add 5 tbsp of Dr. Bronner’s mild liquid Castile soap
  7. Followed by 4 drops of Lavender essential oil
  8. Screw on cap tightly and shake to combine.
  9. Enjoy!

Worth noting

  • I’ve stored my DIY Dog Shampoo in a bottle, but you could use a spray bottle like the one I used to make my DIY Surface Cleaner instead for easy application

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12 comments
  1. Kena says:
    January 23, 2020 at 2:33 pm

    2 other people besides myself have used this dog shampoo. It is unbelievable. Worked immediately to stop itching. A dog that had to wear a cone everyday no longer has to wear it! Thank you so much for sharing this recipe.

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    1. admin says:
      January 25, 2020 at 10:05 pm

      Thanks for the feedback Kena — so glad the recipe helped!

      Reply
  2. Melissa P says:
    May 26, 2020 at 8:54 pm

    If fresh rosemary isn’t available – would a rosemary essential oil work?

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    1. LAurenrdaniels says:
      May 27, 2020 at 2:33 pm

      Hi Melissa — yes of course! You could start with 4 drops of Rosemary essential oil in place of fresh rosemary.

      Reply
  3. Rachel says:
    May 28, 2020 at 12:35 am

    Hi! How long does the shampoo stay good? I would like to make a batch to have on hand but not sure how long I should keep it.
    Thanks!

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    1. LAurenrdaniels says:
      May 28, 2020 at 1:29 pm

      Hi Rachel: Since this recipe uses all natural ingredients and no preservatives, I would say it would be good for 1 week, maybe 2 if refrigerated from the time you make it. Just keep in mind the coconut oil will solidify when cold, so you’ll need to allow time for it to liquify before using it. Hope this helps!

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  4. Lina Cachia says:
    June 29, 2020 at 2:03 pm

    In my country,we don’t have that soap.what can l use instead ? Thanks

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    1. LAurenrdaniels says:
      July 1, 2020 at 3:34 am

      Hi Lina:
      Could you try coconut oil soap or Aleppo soap instead?
      Let me know!

      Reply
  5. Sandy says:
    September 7, 2020 at 2:59 pm

    Can this be used daily? I have a pup who gets filthy at the dog park, on the daily. I try to use puppy shampoo on him once a week and just water the rest of the week since I’ve read washing daily isn’t good for them. But most days, water alone just isn’t enough to get him clean (and we have a white sectional!)

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    1. LAurenrdaniels says:
      September 9, 2020 at 2:50 am

      Hi Sandy: The recipe is certainly safe enough to use daily, however every pup (and their coat, and the climate you live in) is different. I would increase usage and find a regimen that works for you. Good luck with the white sectional!

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  6. Jenna says:
    June 30, 2022 at 7:22 pm

    My Castile soap turned to cheese curds…any advice

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    1. LAurenrdaniels says:
      July 3, 2022 at 2:43 pm

      Usually castile soap separates if it comes into contact with acidity, so I would take a look at your other ingredients that may have been too acidic (i.e., vinegar, or even hard water).

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