Hempz Pet Shampoo pairs a tropical pineapple coconut scent with hemp seed oil and shea butter to deodorize and hydrate at the same time, and its 4.6 star rating across 683 reviews makes it one of the better regarded scented washes in this lineup.
Owners who want a pleasant smelling, hydrating shampoo for everyday deodorizing on dogs or cats with normal skin.
Skip if
You need a medicated formula for a diagnosed skin condition, since this is a general hydrating and deodorizing wash rather than a treatment product.
Form Gel
Benefits Hydrating
Priced 12% below the category median ($16.99 across 131 tracked models)
Our scorecard
4.6/5overall
Owner rating4.6/5
4.6 average across 683 owner ratings
Popularity1.8/5
683 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 17 ounce gel shampoo from Hempz is built around a tropical pineapple coconut scent, formulated with hemp seed oil, shea butter, and the brand's own Signature Miracle Oil Blend to hydrate the coat while it cleans. It's labeled for both dogs and cats, so one bottle covers a multi-pet home.", "The core benefit called out on the label is hydrating deodorizing, meaning it's aimed at owners dealing with everyday pet odor rather than a specific medical skin issue. The paraben-free formulation is a nice baseline for a shampoo meant for regular use.", "At $14.99 for 17 ounces, it's priced as an accessible everyday option rather than a premium specialty wash, and the numbers back up the appeal: 683 reviews averaging 4.6 stars, with about 900 bottles bought in the past month."]
Pleasant tropical pineapple coconut scent for deodorizing
Works for both dogs and cats
Strong 4.6 star rating across 683 reviews
Affordable price for a 17 ounce bottle
Cons
Not formulated as a medicated shampoo for allergies or skin conditions
Scented formula may not suit dogs with fragrance sensitivities
Gel texture takes a bit more water to work into a full lather than a thinner shampoo
Specifications
Form
Gel
Benefits
Hydrating
Performance notes
The hemp seed oil and shea butter combination is meant to counteract the drying effect that frequent bathing can have on a dog's or cat's coat, while the Signature Miracle Oil Blend adds an extra layer of conditioning on top of the deodorizing scent. Because it's a gel rather than a foam, it spreads evenly and holds onto the coat long enough for the tropical fragrance to transfer during the wash.
What buyers say
With 683 reviews at a 4.6 star average and around 900 purchases in the past month, this shampoo has built a loyal following among owners looking for an everyday scented wash rather than a specialty treatment.
Yes, the label lists both dogs and cats as target species, making it suitable for multi-pet households that want one bottle for routine washing.
What does this shampoo smell like?
It's scented with a tropical pineapple coconut fragrance, blended with hemp seed oil and shea butter for a moisturizing, deodorizing wash.
Is this shampoo formulated for a specific skin problem?
No, it's marketed as a hydrating deodorizing shampoo for general use rather than a medicated formula for allergies, hot spots, or other skin conditions.
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