How to Make a Waterless Pet Shampoo

If your pet dislikes baths or becomes smelly in between grooming, a waterless shampoo may solve your problem. A waterless shampoo does not require liquids of any sort, is inexpensive and can be easily applied to your pet. This shampoo method is not as thorough as a full bath but can work well for maintenance of your pet's coat in between a complete grooming. It can also be used if your pet cannot be bathed for medical reasons. Do not use a dry shampoo method on a pet that has open sores, as the sores may be aggravated by the process.

Things You'll Need

  • Baking soda
  • Cornstarch
  • Small covered bowl
  • Brush
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Instructions

  1. Baking Soda

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      Take your pet outside or to an area where debris will be easy to clean.

    • 2

      Brush your pet to remove any knots, loose hair and dirt.

    • 3

      Sprinkle the pet's fur with baking soda. Massage it into the fur. The baking soda will absorb odors, oil and dirt.

    • 4

      Brush your pet until no baking soda remains.

    Baking Soda and Cornstarch

    • 5

      Take your pet outside or to an area where debris will be easy to clean.

    • 6

      Brush your pet to remove any knots, loose hair and dirt.

    • 7

      Place 1 cup of cornstarch and a quarter cup of baking soda in a small covered bowl. Shake the bowl to thoroughly mix the ingredients.

    • 8

      Sprinkle the mixture over your pet's fur. Massage it into the fur. The mixture will absorb odors, oil and dirt.

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      Brush your pet until none of the mixture remains.