4.5(4,200)Amazon rating$21.99700+ bought last month
Our verdict
Pet MD's benzoyl peroxide shampoo is a scented, deep cleansing formula built for dogs and cats dealing with oily, flaky, or itchy skin, and its 4.5 star average across more than 4,200 reviews points to a reliable everyday option. At under 22 dollars for a 12oz bottle, it's an accessible pick for owners who want a targeted medicated wash without a big price jump.
Dogs and cats with oily coats, flaky skin, or noticeable odor who can benefit from a benzoyl peroxide based deep clean.
Skip if
Your pet has very dry or sensitive skin, since benzoyl peroxide formulas can be more stripping than a gentle, fragrance free wash.
Priced 29% above the category median ($16.99 across 131 tracked models)
Our scorecard
4.5/5overall
Owner rating4.5/5
4.5 average across 4,200 owner ratings
Popularity3.8/5
4,200 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 12oz shampoo is built around benzoyl peroxide, an ingredient more commonly seen in acne and skin care products, aimed here at relieving itchy, oily, and flaky skin on dogs and cats. It's marketed as a deep cleansing and deodorizing formula, so it's positioned less as a gentle everyday wash and more as a targeted treatment for coats that need extra help with oil and odor control.", "The formula is scented rather than fragrance free, which some owners appreciate for leaving a pet smelling fresh after a bath, though it's a consideration for pets with fragrance sensitivities. Because it's labeled for both dogs and cats, it also works as a single bottle solution in multi-pet households.", 'At $21.99 for 12oz, it sits in the mid range for a medicated shampoo. With 4,200-plus reviews and a 4.5 star average, plus around 700 bought in the past month, it has a solid, ongoing base of repeat buyers.']
Pros
Benzoyl peroxide formula targets oily, flaky, and itchy skin
Deep cleansing and deodorizing in one wash
Works for both dogs and cats
Strong 4.5 star rating across more than 4,200 reviews
Reasonably priced for a medicated shampoo
Cons
Scented formula may not suit pets with fragrance sensitivities
Benzoyl peroxide can be more drying than a gentle everyday shampoo
12oz bottle size means frequent repurchasing for larger dogs or multi-pet homes
Performance notes
The benzoyl peroxide base is the defining feature here, positioning this as a deep cleansing, deodorizing wash rather than a soft daily shampoo. The scented formula adds a lasting fresh smell after bathing, and the 12oz size is sized for occasional medicated washes rather than everyday use.
What buyers say
With more than 4,200 reviews averaging 4.5 stars and roughly 700 bought in the past month, this shampoo has an established, steady following typical of a well known medicated pet care line.
Yes, the formula is labeled for both dogs and cats, so one bottle can cover a multi-pet household.
Is this a fragrance free shampoo?
No, this is a scented formula, so pet owners looking for a fragrance free option for sensitive skin may want to look at other medicated shampoos.
How often should a benzoyl peroxide shampoo like this be used?
Because benzoyl peroxide formulas can be more stripping than gentle everyday washes, it's worth checking with your vet on frequency, especially for pets with dry or sensitive skin.
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