Burt's Bees for Pets Oatmeal Dog Shampoo with Honey, Soothing Formula for Itchy and Sensitive Dog Skin, Colloidal Oat Flour and Honey, pH Balanced, Sulfate-Free, 16 Fl Oz Review

4.4 (19,300) Amazon rating$7.977,000+ bought last month

Our verdict

Burt's Bees Oatmeal Dog Shampoo with Honey combines colloidal oat flour, buttermilk, and honey in a pH balanced, sulfate free wash, and its 4.4 star average across more than 19,000 reviews makes it one of the most proven soothing shampoos in this price range.

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Best for

Dogs with itchy or sensitive skin who need a gentle, oatmeal based wash for regular bathing.

Skip if

Your dog needs a medicated shampoo for a diagnosed skin condition, since this is a soothing cosmetic formula rather than a treatment product.

  • Form Liquid
  • Benefits Cleansing
  • Weight 1.13 Pounds
  • Priced 53% below the category median ($16.99 across 131 tracked models)

Our scorecard

4.4/5 overall
  • Owner rating4.4/5

    4.4 average across 19,300 owner ratings

  • Popularity4.7/5

    19,300 owner reviews, more 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

["This 16 fl oz shampoo is built around colloidal oat flour and honey, with a full ingredient list that also includes buttermilk powder, beeswax, aloe vera leaf juice, green tea extract, and flax seed oil. Burt's Bees keeps it pH balanced and sulfate free, and the formula is labeled unscented.", "It's positioned as a soothing option for itchy and sensitive dog skin, with cleansing and nourishing as the main stated uses. The ingredient list reads more like a gentle, plant-derived formula than a heavily foaming detergent-based shampoo.", "At under $8 for 16 oz, it's an affordable everyday shampoo, and the sheer volume of reviews, over 19,000 at a 4.4 star average, makes it one of the better-tested options for owners looking for oatmeal based relief from itching."]

Pros

  • Colloidal oat flour and honey for soothing itchy skin
  • Sulfate free, pH balanced formula
  • Detailed, plant-derived ingredient list including aloe vera and green tea extract
  • Excellent 4.4 star rating across more than 19,000 reviews
  • Affordable everyday price point

Cons

  • Unscented formula won't leave a strong fragrance some owners expect after a bath
  • Not a medicated shampoo, so it won't address diagnosed skin conditions on its own
  • Single 16 oz bottle empties quickly for larger dogs or multi-dog households

Specifications

Form
Liquid
Benefits
Cleansing
Weight
1.13 Pounds

Performance notes

The formula leans on colloidal oat flour as the primary soothing ingredient, supported by buttermilk powder, beeswax, and honey for conditioning, plus aloe vera and green tea extract for additional skin support. Being sulfate free and pH balanced, it's built to cleanse without stripping natural oils, which is the main reason it's positioned for itchy or sensitive skin rather than heavy degreasing jobs.

What buyers say

With over 19,300 reviews averaging 4.4 stars and roughly 7,000 bought in the past month, this is a high-volume, well-established shampoo with a large and consistent base of repeat buyers.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the main soothing ingredient in this shampoo?

Colloidal oat flour is the primary ingredient used for soothing itchy skin, supported by honey and buttermilk powder for conditioning.

Is this shampoo scented?

No, it's labeled unscented, which fits with its sulfate free, pH balanced formula aimed at sensitive skin.

Can this shampoo help with a diagnosed skin condition?

This is a soothing cosmetic formula, not a medicated treatment shampoo, so it may help support comfort during regular baths, but a diagnosed skin condition should be discussed with your vet.

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