Vetoquinol's BPO-3 is a 3% benzoyl peroxide medicated shampoo built to flush hair follicles and degrease oily coats, and its 4.7 star average across reviews makes it a well-regarded option for dogs, cats, or horses dealing with oily or irritated skin.
Pets with oily coats, clogged hair follicles, or red, flaky, itchy skin who need a deep-cleaning medicated wash rather than a gentle everyday shampoo, across dogs, cats, or even horses.
Skip if
Your pet has normal, healthy skin with no oiliness or irritation, since a 3% benzoyl peroxide formula is a targeted medicated treatment, not a routine maintenance shampoo.
Form Benzoyl
Benefits Degreasing
Weight 16 Ounces
Priced 15% above the category median ($16.99 across 131 tracked models)
Our scorecard
4.7/5overall
Owner rating4.7/5
4.7 average across 890 owner ratings
Popularity2.1/5
890 owner reviews, fewer than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other dog and cat food, health, gear and grooming we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
["Formulated with 3% benzoyl peroxide as its special ingredient, this 16 oz shampoo from Vetoquinol is built to open and flush hair follicles while degreasing oily coats, addressing the root of issues like clogged pores and folliculitis-prone skin rather than just masking odor or dirt. It's labeled unscented, which fits a medicated product where added fragrance could irritate already sensitive skin.", "The formula is also positioned to soothe red, flaky, and itchy skin, giving it a dual role as both a degreasing treatment and a calming wash for irritated areas. It's labeled safe across dogs, cats, and horses, making it a versatile pick for households or facilities managing more than one type of animal.", "At $19.48 for 16 oz, it's priced as a specialty medicated shampoo rather than an everyday wash, and with a 4.7 star average across 890 reviews and around 300 bought last month, it has built a smaller but clearly loyal following among owners dealing with oily skin or follicle issues."]
Pros
3% benzoyl peroxide formula targets clogged follicles and oily coats directly
Also marketed to soothe red, flaky, itchy skin
Labeled safe for dogs, cats, and horses
Unscented, reducing the chance of added fragrance irritation
Strong 4.7 star average rating
Cons
Benzoyl peroxide is a stronger, targeted ingredient, not ideal for pets with no oiliness or skin issues
Smaller review base (890) compared to mass-market oatmeal shampoos
A medicated formula like this is best used as directed rather than as a daily catch-all wash
Specifications
Form
Benzoyl
Benefits
Degreasing
Weight
16 Ounces
Performance notes
Benzoyl peroxide at 3% works by opening clogged hair follicles and breaking down excess oil, which is a more clinical mechanism than the plant-based soothing ingredients used in typical oatmeal shampoos, and it's the reason this product is positioned as a medicated degreasing wash rather than a daily-use shampoo. The unscented formulation supports its use on already irritated or inflamed skin where fragrance could otherwise cause additional sensitivity.
What buyers say
With 890 reviews averaging 4.7 stars and roughly 300 bought last month, this shampoo has a smaller but strongly positive customer base, consistent with a specialty medicated product used by owners specifically dealing with oily or follicle-related skin issues rather than a general audience.
At 3% concentration, benzoyl peroxide works to open and flush clogged hair follicles while breaking down excess oil, which is why this shampoo is marketed for degreasing oily coats and addressing conditions linked to blocked follicles.
Can this be used on cats and horses, not just dogs?
Yes, the listing specifies it's formulated for dogs, cats, and horses, making it a versatile medicated shampoo for households or facilities with more than one type of animal.
Is this shampoo scented?
No, it's labeled unscented, which fits its role as a medicated treatment for already irritated or inflamed skin where added fragrance could cause further irritation.
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