Arm & Hammer for Pets Soothing Oatmeal Dog Shampoo, Vanilla Coconut Scent, Baking Soda Odor Control, Moisturizing Shampoo for Dry Dog Skin, pH Balanced for Dogs, 20 Fl Oz Review

4.6 (4,900) Amazon rating$8.99300+ bought last month

Our verdict

Arm & Hammer's Soothing Oatmeal Dog Shampoo combines baking soda odor control with a moisturizing oatmeal base, and its 4.6 star average across nearly 4,900 reviews makes it one of the most widely trusted budget shampoos for dry or itchy skin.

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Best for

Owners who want an affordable, widely available oatmeal shampoo with baking soda odor control for everyday dry skin and freshness.

Skip if

You want a scent free formula, since this shampoo leans on a Vanilla scent as part of its everyday cleaning and odor control appeal.

  • Form Liquid
  • Benefits Cleansing
  • Weight 1.28 Pounds
  • Priced 47% below the category median ($16.99 across 131 tracked models)

Our scorecard

4.6/5 overall
  • Owner rating4.6/5

    4.6 average across 4,900 owner ratings

  • Popularity3.9/5

    4,900 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 20 fluid ounce shampoo combines oatmeal with Arm & Hammer's signature baking soda for odor control, all wrapped in a Vanilla scent. The pH balanced formula is designed for dogs with dry skin, and it's built as a general grooming shampoo rather than a specialty treatment.", "It's formulated without sulfates or parabens, which is a welcome inclusion at this price point, and oatmeal is listed as the special ingredient behind its moisturizing claims. The large bottle size and low price make it an easy shampoo to keep on hand for regular use.", 'At just $8.99, this is one of the most affordable shampoos in the category, and with 4,900 reviews and a 4.6 star average, it has one of the largest and most consistent track records of any dog shampoo on the market.']

Pros

  • Very affordable price for a 20 fluid ounce bottle
  • Baking soda formula aimed at odor control
  • Oatmeal base for moisturizing dry skin
  • Sulfate free and paraben free
  • Massive, consistent review base of 4,900 reviews at 4.6 stars

Cons

  • Vanilla scent means it isn't a fragrance free option
  • General purpose formula rather than a targeted treatment for severe skin issues
  • Basic grooming shampoo without extras like a matching conditioner

Specifications

Form
Liquid
Benefits
Cleansing
Weight
1.28 Pounds

Performance notes

The combination of oatmeal for moisturizing and baking soda for odor control targets two common everyday concerns, dry skin and doggy smell, in a single affordable, pH balanced formula.

What buyers say

With nearly 4,900 reviews averaging 4.6 stars and about 300 bought in the past month, this shampoo has one of the largest and most established review bases in the entire dog shampoo category.

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Frequently asked questions

Does this shampoo help with dog odor?

Yes, it uses Arm & Hammer's baking soda formula specifically for odor control, alongside an oatmeal base aimed at moisturizing dry skin.

Is this shampoo sulfate free?

Yes, it's formulated without sulfates or parabens, which is notable given its budget friendly price point.

What scent does this shampoo have?

It has a Vanilla scent, so it's not a good fit if you're specifically looking for an unscented shampoo for a fragrance sensitive dog.

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