Louis’ Picks!

Author: Hilary

Tuesday, December 4th, 2007 @ 2:16 am

Louis has always enjoyed bathtime. He has even been known to hop into the shower uninvited on occasion. Recently, he developed dry, flaky skin around his neck. In addition to adjustments we are making to his diet, we decided to try a shampoo and conditioner formulation specifically for dry and itchy skin. While on a recent excursion to pick up some beauty products for myself, I came across an Oatmeal dog shampoo and conditioner made by the super cute brand Harry Barker.

Created by a fashion model, Carol Perkins, this line is committed to being environmentally conscious (sustainable packaging, biodegradable materials, etc.) while maintaining the quality of the product. The brand also assists a range of fantastic charities benefiting pets and people. Harry Barker Shampoo With all the above accolades and endorsements from publications like InStyle, it was a bit trying to wait for Louis to get dirty enough to warrant a bath. After a week of romps through mud puddles and messy meals, we decided to give it a go. Both products are concentrated and must be diluted before use, unlike the previous products we were using. It was helpful to use an empty bottle to mix the products with water. A bonus of diluting means that these 16 ounce bottles will last a long time. The shampoo had a great lather effect and rinsed easily, a major plus. The conditioner was thick and coated his fur with little effort.

Post bath, he smells fantastic, feels soft and his coat is shiny. His previously flake-ridden neck is clear and smooth. Even his rough paw pads are soft and smooth! All in all, another fantastic product.