Poor Itchy Puppies

So, it has been very windy in SoCal for the last few days. I know that my allergies are acting up, and both Abby and Pepper, as well as Chance (the horse) have been itching like crazy. For me, it’s easy; just take an oatmeal bath. For the pups it’s not so easy, but I have found a system that helps.

1. Put dog in the bathtub and thoroughly wet w/ warm water. Before applying shampoo pour 2 quarts warm water with 2tbls white or apple cider vinegar over dog.
2. Apply a shampoo with oatmeal, or essential oils of herbs such as: rosemary, tea tree, thyme, peppermint, or eucalyptus. Work shampoo thoroughly into coat, and allow to soak for several minutes (or as directed on the bottle).
3. Rinse shampoo completely, and then pour an herbal infusion of rosemary and thyme over the dog (to 2 quarts boiling water add 2tbls dry rosemary and 1tbls dry thyme; allow to soak until water is luke-warm/cool); you can also add 2tbls 100% aloe vera (I like Aubrey Organics & it must be 100% aloe!), but it’s optional. Do not rinse. Towel dry.

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