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The Best Shampoos and Coat Products for Beagles

Overview

The type of shampoo and coat products that you use on your Beagle will have a direct impact on both skin and fur. In essence, anything used with either be detrimental or beneficial, so it’s important to choose wisely.

In addition, certain shampoos, sprays, and other products can greatly improve issues such as itching, rash, hot spots, and poor coat quality.

Here, we’ll cover what you need to know and which shampoos are best for certain needs.

Do you want to skip the details and just see recommendations? Jump to: The Best Shampoo for Beagles.

What You Should Expect from a Good Dog Shampoo

With the right shampoo, there will be multiple benefits for your Beagle and the wrong one can cause a host of issues. This is what you should expect your chosen shampoo to do:

1. Body oils are properly washed away.

A dog’s body is constantly producing natural body oils that are released via skin pores. These are the body’s way of helping to keep the skin and coat moisturized. However, they do not evaporate. Instead, they accumulate.

This is not something that is noticed right away since it’s taking place at skin level. However, at just about the 3-week mark after a (proper) bath, those oils have built up to such a degree that if they are not washed away, a bad smell can develop. In addition, skin pores can become blocked causing rashes and fur can become oily.

You’ll want an effective shampoo that properly rinses those oils off your Beagle; if not, the bath was done in vain.

2. Clean without harsh or harmful ingredients.

There are several elements to be aware of with canine shampoos:

One major problem with many dog shampoos is that they are based off of human shampoo (as a cost-saving method for production) which means that they have the wrong pH balance. You may wonder if pH balance really applies to a breed like the Beagle. The answer is a strong yes.

A pH lower than 6 can strip of the protective cuticles from hair shafts and severely irritate the skin.

Inferior shampoos often contain soaping agents such as sulfate (SLES), sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS), and ammonium lauryl sulfate (ALS), all which can irritate the skin.

Dog shampoo can also contain parabens and phthalates which have been found by the EPA to be linked to adverse effects to the endocrine system (produces hormones that regulate metabolism, growth, tissue function, reproduction, sleep, and mood). And phthalate has been linked to birth defects.

Other harmful ingredients including methylchloroisothiazolinone (a carcinogen), cocomide DEA (toxic to organs), and a host of fragrances and/or coloring that can cause allergic reactions.

Some of the best shampoos for Beagles will be soap-free. Instead, they will have effective plant-based cleansers. They will also have the proper pH balance and contain no harmful additives.

3. Skin is moisturized, to prevent or treat dry skin.

Dry skin, which is a common source of itching with dogs, can be caused by a number of things.

Arid winter air is a top reason and while problems may be noticed during the wintertime, things may not be apparent until springtime or later when the issue has snowballed. Slight dehydration, contact friction, and reaction to inferior shampoo ingredients can also cause dry skin.

A good shampoo will be gentle and thoroughly moisturize both skin and coat with soothing, all-natural ingredients.

4. Will have your Beagle smelling nice and clean.

Have you ever given your Beagle a bath but then your dog smelled bad soon afterward? This is often due to a combination of the shampoo skimming over body oils instead of washing them off and not offering a lasting fragrance.

How Shampoo and Conditioner Work Together

A Beagle should have conditioner massaged in after the shampooing process. This is because the bathing process causes the hair cuticles (the protective outer layer) to open. This is true across the board, even if you use an excellent shampoo.

If the cuticles remain open, fur will be vulnerable to become overly dry with poor quality and lack of shine.

However, a quality conditioner will help smooth those cuticles down. And since skin and coat go hand-in-hand, if the fur is in good shape, it will help the skin stay in good health.

The Best Shampoo for Beagles

Now that we’ve covered what you do and do not want in a shampoo for your Beagle, let’s check out some shampoos that meet all of the criteria of a great one. Note that specialized shampoos will be covered next.

1. Earthbath Mediterranean Magic Shampoo.

Earthbath, with their incredible line of all-natural products for dogs, really shows that they care about our canine family members. This formula has coconut-based cleansers (as opposed to harsh soap), a pH of 7 (just what dogs need) and will keep your Beagle smelling fantastic.

There are no artificial colors, dyes, sulfates, parabens, phthalates, cocomide DEA, or any other harsh or harmful chemicals. This is made in the USA and is tested on humans, not dogs (or other animals).

2. Earthbath Oatmeal & Aloe Shampoo.

Again, Earthbath comes through with this fantastic formula. This is designed to sooth and restore dry skin and relieve itching, but it’s perfectly fine to also use this as a preventative shampoo for your Beagle. This has all of the same pluses as their Mediterranean Magic and has a fresh vanilla fragrance.

Note: For either of these two shampoos, the Earthbath All Natural Oatmeal and Aloe Conditioner is a great choice.

3. Earthbath Mango Tango Shampoo and Conditioner in One.

If you’re looking for a two-in-one product that offers a top-notch shampoo along with a superior conditioner, this is a top choice. It has all the great benefits of the other formulas and contains mango which is an awesome scent.

Coat Sprays

There are several reasons why a coat spray is a good idea for your Beagle. It can:

Keep fur and skin moisturized
Help repel dirt and debris
Keep your dog smelling nice
Refresh the coat in between baths

A great choice for this is Nootie Daily Spritz. The fragrance choices are pretty awesome. There’s cucumber melon, coconut lime, Japanese cherry blossom, sweet pea & vanilla, and warm vanilla cookie. It’s a fantastic way to keep a hound dog like the Beagle smelling clean (and yummy).

If your looking for something with a milder scent, a terrific one is Perfect Coat Freshening Spray. This has pleasant baby powder fragrance. It also has a touch of aloe vera in it which is always helpful and it keeps the coat nice and shiny.

Tips: Leave-in sprays like this can be used every day, but generally need to be applied every 3 days or so for maximum freshness. Be sure to just lightly spritz this; you don’t want to soak the coat.

Specialized Shampoos & Sprays

Fortunately, there are some great shampoos, sprays, and creams that can correct a range of skin issues.

For dry skin:

The previously mentioned Oatmeal and Aloe will work well to resolve dry skin issues. When used as a treatment in this way, massage the shampoo in for 5 minutes.

Once you rinse it out, follow this with the matching Earthbath Oatmeal and Aloe Conditioner. Gently massage this in and allow it to stay on for at least 5 minutes.

For irritated skin:

For raw skin, bug bites, unexplained rashes, etc., you’ll want to give your Beagle cooling relief and Earthbath Eucalyptus and Peppermint Shampoo does just that with its effective formula. Eucalyptus is a natural antiseptic that works as an antifungal, antiviral, anti-inflammatory and antibacterial. And, peppermint is an essential oil that is naturally cooling.

For hot spots, itching, and other allergy-related skin issues:

If your Beagle is suffering skin problems related to allergies or other irritants, you’ll want to use a two-method approach.

Step 1: Use a soothing shampoo.

For moderate issues, one to consider is EarthBath Tea Tree Oil & Aloe Vera Shampoo. Tea tree oil has anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. It also calms down inflammation. Aloe contains two natural elements, auxin and gibberellins. These both work to heal and reduce skin inflammation. In addition, also is known to effectively heal chronic skin issues such as drying, peeling, and scaling.

If, however, your Beagle is really suffering, it’ll be time to ramp things up with Moosh Natural Organic Dog Shampoo. This is an incredible organic shampoo that soothes, heals, and restores a wide range of issues. So, even if you are not sure what is causing the problems, there is a good chance that this will help.

There are zero chemicals and no sulfates or other irritating ingredients and the pH is spot-on. This offers an amazing blend of bentonite clay (renown for its healing abilities), shea butter (an amazing organic substance that helps with itching, wounds, bug bites, eczema, allergies, and more), aloe vera (to help moisturize and soothe), neem oil (a powerful antioxidant to help soothe dry or damaged skin and fur) and argan oil (to hydrate and moisturize).

Step 2: Provide immediate and round-the-clock relief via a spray or cream.

Sprays. Anti-itch, healing, and allergy sprays are great for targeting certain areas on a Beagle for immediate relief. This is a particularly good choice if your Beagle has trouble being touched on those areas.

An extremely effective all-natural spray is Bodhi Dog's' Anti-Itch Oatmeal Spray. This is a choice if your Beagle is able to reach the area to possible lick it and you do not want to have to place a cone on your guy or gal since it's 100% non-toxic.

This will immediately relieve itching with its combination of oatmeal and baking soda. In addition, this has a blend of vitamins that soothes the skin. You can apply it as often as needed; depending on the exact issue, 2 to 4 daily applications may be needed. Be sure that the last one of the day is right before your Beagle goes to sleep.

A cream. A healing cream is a good choice as long as your Beagle can tolerate it being massaged in. One like ResQ Organics Pet Skin Treatment offers comforting relief via its range of helpful ingredients that includes Manuka honey (produced by a particular bee in New Zealand and has long been known for its antibacterial properties), organic aloe vera, coconut, olive oil, hemp seed oil, shea butter, and a blend of vitamins.

For skin yeast infections:

Yeast infections are not that uncommon with dogs; the skin naturally is home to a species of yeast, malassezia; under certain conditions (hot weather, skin folds remaining moist, compromised immune system), the yeast can begin to overmultiply.

Typically, signs include intense itching accompanied by an odd musty smell. Common areas for this include around the ears, between the toes, the genital area, armpits, anal area, and/or nasal folds.

Left untreated, sores may appear, with or without discharge.

If you are unsure if your Beagle has a yeast infection, it’s best to have the veterinarian examine your guy or gal. If you have identified this problem, a Beagle can often be treated from home using an anti-fungal shampoo. Do note that these types of shampoos are medicated and should not be used unless the diagnosis is clear.

An effective one is Curaseb Antifungal & Antibacterial Chlorhexidine Shampoo. This shampoo not only works to resolve yeast infections, but can also resolve certain bacterial skin infections including pyoderma and ringworm.

Shampooing Tips

1. Brush your Beagle right before the bath. Brushing beforehand will ensure that any loose hairs are pulled out of the coat for a more productive wash.

2. Use warm water. Cold water can give a dog the chills and hot water can not only scald but also triggers hair cuticles to close which can prevent shampoo from working as it should.

3. Wet the coat thoroughly before adding shampoo. A Beagle’s fur is somewhat water-resistant, so it takes some work to ensure that the coat is soaked through down to the skin. The most effective way to do this is to use a spray nozzle.

4. Massage deeply. Shampoo will do little good if it’s only used on the outer surface, it must reach the skin in order to wash away accumulated body oils. To help you do this, you may wish to use a bath scrub brush like the Conair Dog Massaging Shampoo Brush. This is very effective, is easy to hold, and most dogs find that it feels good.

5. Rinse well. Both the rinse after the shampoo and the final rinse after the conditioner are important. The products that you use should do their job but then be rinsed off so that no residue remains. Again, a spray nozzle is best for this job.

6. Once your Beagle does the 'doggie shake', towel your dog dry. Pay particular attention to the groin area, armpits, and paws since these areas are most prone to developing yeast infections (skin that remains moist is one of the contributing factors).

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