4.7(1,300)Amazon rating$30.49300+ bought last month
Our verdict
Vetoquinol Universal Medicated Shampoo combines chloroxylenol, salicylic acid, and sodium thiosulfate in a pH balanced, deep cleansing formula for dogs, cats, and horses, and its 4.7 star average suggests it's well regarded for routine deep cleaning and skin maintenance.
Priced 79% above the category median ($16.99 across 131 tracked models)
Our scorecard
4.7/5overall
Owner rating4.7/5
4.7 average across 1,300 owner ratings
Popularity2.5/5
1,300 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
["This 16 oz shampoo is built around chloroxylenol, salicylic acid, and sodium thiosulfate, positioned as a deep cleansing formula for dry skin that's also labeled safe alongside flea and tick medication. It's pH balanced for daily grooming and multi-species, covering dogs, cats, and horses.", "Vetoquinol lists degreasing, deodorizing, and soothing among the product benefits, which points to it being used for dogs with oilier or flakier coats rather than as a light, everyday wash. It carries a 2 year warranty from the manufacturer's printed date.", "At around $30 for 16 oz, it's priced well above the drugstore-tier shampoos in this category, reflecting its positioning as a medicated formula. With 1,374 reviews and a 4.7 star average, it has a smaller but strongly positive review base."]
Pros
Multi-species formula for dogs, cats, and horses
Deep cleansing ingredients aimed at dry or oily skin
Labeled safe for use alongside flea and tick medication
Strong 4.7 star rating across 1,374 reviews
pH balanced for regular grooming use
Cons
Priced significantly higher than standard everyday dog shampoos
Stronger, medicated formula may be more than a healthy-skinned dog needs
Smaller review base than some of the mass-market shampoos in this category
The active ingredients, chloroxylenol, salicylic acid, and sodium thiosulfate, are positioned for deep cleansing and degreasing rather than a light everyday lather, which fits dogs with dry, flaky, or oily skin that need more targeted cleaning. Being pH balanced and labeled safe alongside flea and tick treatments makes it easier to fold into an existing skin care routine.
What buyers say
With 1,374 reviews averaging 4.7 stars and around 300 bought in the past month, this shampoo has a smaller but highly satisfied buyer base, consistent with a more specialized, higher-priced product.
Is this shampoo safe to use with flea and tick medication?
Yes, the product is labeled as safe to use alongside flea and tick medication, according to the listing.
Can this shampoo be used on cats and horses, not just dogs?
Yes, it's marketed as a universal formula for dogs, cats, and horses.
Will this shampoo treat a skin condition on its own?
It's formulated for deep cleansing and may help support cleaner, less irritated skin during regular grooming, but it's not a substitute for a vet's diagnosis or treatment plan for a specific skin condition.
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