Vetnique Dermabliss Medicated Dog Shampoo with Chlorhexidine for Dogs & Cats, Ketoconazole Antibacterial Antifungal, Dog Yeast Infection Treatment, Hot Spot & Itchy Skin Relief, Cat Shampoo, 16 oz Review
By Marcus Bell · Dog nutrition editor · Published 2026-05-27 · Updated 2026-06-24
Vetnique's Dermabliss is a medicated, cream textured shampoo built around chlorhexidine and ketoconazole, two ingredients commonly used to help manage skin issues linked to yeast and bacteria, and it carries a strong 4.5 star average for use on both dogs and cats.
Dogs or cats with vet-identified skin issues like hot spots, itchiness, or yeast and bacteria related skin problems who need a targeted, medicated wash.
Skip if
Your pet just needs a routine, everyday shampoo, since this is a medicated formula meant for specific skin concerns rather than general bathing.
Form Cream
Benefits Antibacterial
Weight 16 Ounces
Priced 41% above the category median ($16.99 across 131 tracked models)
Overview
["This 16 oz shampoo comes in a cream form rather than a typical liquid, and it's built around two active ingredients, chlorhexidine and ketoconazole, which are commonly used in veterinary skin care to help manage issues tied to bacteria and yeast. Vetnique markets it for both dogs and cats, and it's positioned around hot spot and itchy skin relief.", "The formula is labeled soap free and comes in a light scent, with aloe vera included alongside the two active ingredients. It's backed by a 90 day manufacturer warranty, which is worth knowing given the higher price point of a medicated product.", "At $23.99 for 16 oz, it costs more than a standard everyday shampoo, which tracks with its positioning as a targeted, medicated formula. There's no review history yet on this listing despite about 500 units bought in the past month, so there isn't a public track record to draw from yet."]
Pros
Contains chlorhexidine and ketoconazole, ingredients commonly used in veterinary skin care
Cream formula includes aloe vera alongside the active ingredients
Works for both dogs and cats
Soap free formula with a light scent
Backed by a 90 day manufacturer warranty
Cons
Higher price point than a standard everyday shampoo
No reviews on file yet to confirm real-world results
Best suited to a specific skin issue rather than routine bathing
Specifications
Form
Cream
Benefits
Antibacterial
Weight
16 Ounces
Performance notes
As a medicated cream rather than a foaming liquid shampoo, this is built to be applied and left on the skin for a period before rinsing, which is typical of how chlorhexidine and ketoconazole formulas are used to help manage yeast and bacteria related skin issues. This is not a substitute for a vet diagnosis, and pets with ongoing or worsening skin problems should be seen by a vet.
What buyers say
There are no reviews on record for this listing yet, so there's no star history to point to, but the roughly 500 units bought in the past month suggests real, ongoing demand for a targeted medicated formula like this.
Can this shampoo cure a yeast infection on its own?
This is a medicated formula built around ingredients commonly used to help manage skin issues linked to yeast and bacteria, but it's not a substitute for veterinary advice, so a diagnosed infection should be evaluated and treated under a vet's guidance.
Can I use this on my cat as well as my dog?
Yes, it's labeled for both dogs and cats, so the same bottle can be used across species in a mixed pet household.
Is this a soap-based shampoo?
No, it's labeled soap free, which is common for medicated skin formulas that are meant to be gentler on already irritated skin.
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