Arm & Hammer for Pets Itch Relief Spray for Dogs, Baking Soda Formula to Soothe Itchy and Irritated Skin and Hot Spots, No-Rinse Application, Chamomile and Peppermint Scent, 8 Fl Oz Review
By Marcus Bell · Dog nutrition editor · Published 2026-05-31 · Updated 2026-06-27
4.2(3,375)Amazon rating$4.694,000+ bought last month
Our verdict
Arm & Hammer's Core Itch Relief spray is a budget, baking soda based option for everyday coat itching rather than a medicated treatment, and its 4.2 star rating across a large review base shows it's a dependable pick for that lighter-touch use case.
Owners wanting an affordable, no-rinse spray for general itching across any breed size or life stage, usable on wet or dry fur.
Skip if
Your dog has a diagnosed hot spot or skin infection that needs a medicated hydrocortisone formula rather than a general coat spray.
Weight 0.56 Pounds
Priced 80% below the category median ($22.99 across 71 tracked models)
Our scorecard
4.2/5overall
Owner rating4.2/5
4.2 average across 3,375 owner ratings
Popularity4.1/5
3,375 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 food and health supplements 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 8 fluid ounce spray from Arm & Hammer for Pets uses a baking soda formula scented with chamomile and peppermint, positioned as an everyday itch relief spray rather than a medicated treatment for a specific skin condition. Directions call for spraying from the back of the ears to the tail while avoiding the eyes, then massaging into the coat.', "It's labeled for all breed sizes and all life stages, and it can be used on wet or dry fur, which makes it flexible for use right after a bath or between baths as needed. It's for external use only, per the label.", "At $4.69, it's one of the most affordable options in this category. With 3,375 reviews and a 4.2 star average, plus about 4,000 bought in the past month, it's also one of the higher-volume sellers on this list."]
Pros
Very affordable price for an 8 ounce spray
Works on wet or dry fur, flexible for bath day or in between
Labeled for all breed sizes and all life stages
Chamomile and peppermint scent
High review volume (3,375) at a solid 4.2 star average
Cons
Baking soda formula is milder than medicated hydrocortisone sprays in this category
External use only, so care is needed to avoid the eyes
No active medicated ingredient to address a diagnosed hot spot or infection
Scent may not suit every dog
Specifications
Weight
0.56 Pounds
Performance notes
Arm & Hammer positions this as a baking soda based coat spray rather than a medicated treatment. The directions to spray from ears to tail while avoiding the eyes, then massage into the coat, and the ability to use it on wet or dry fur, make it a flexible everyday option rather than a targeted medical spray.
What buyers say
A 4.2 star average across 3,375 reviews, with about 4,000 bought in the past month, makes this one of the higher-volume sellers in the itch spray category at its price point.
Yes, the label states it can be used on wet or dry fur, so it works right after a bath or between baths.
Is this a medicated spray?
No, it's a baking soda based itch relief spray rather than a hydrocortisone or other medicated formula, so it's suited to general coat itching rather than treating a diagnosed skin condition.
Is it sized for all dogs?
Yes, the label lists breed recommendation as all breed sizes and age range as all life stages.
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