It seems to go without saying that people who tend to be very planet conscience are also big animal lovers. Why wouldn't they be? Planetary conservation is dependent on the survival of all animal species, not just the human one. In conjunction with this green living ideology, these loving pet parents should start to think in term of purchasing eco-friendly products for their animals, especially dogs.

While cats have their own cleaning system, namely themselves, dogs will need more care to maintain their skin and coats. For this reason, earth conscious dog owners should start buying organic dog shampoo as well as eco-friendly toys and treats. Now, before you shrug and say that your animal has been doing just fine without such products, you need to consider the very real and multifaceted advantages if using an organic dog shampoo.

Cruelty free

A manufacturer of an organic product for dogs is going to take great pains to ensure that the product is cruelty free. This is not only ethically sound, it makes good business sense. How stupid would it be to market an item made for an eco-friendly, potentially Vegan customer base knowing that animals were harmed during product testing?

That said, just because a dog shampoo states it is organic, doesn't make it so. Check the ingredients to see if this is indeed the case. If the company is shown to place more chemical based ingredients on their shampoo, it isn't all natural and shouldn't be used. When in doubt, do research on the company in question. If the merchandise is truly organically grown, more than likely it will in turn, be cruelty free.

Absence of chemicals, dyes and irritants

Many pet owners who use over the counter dog shampoos find that their dogs tend to scratch a lot. This is because most common shampoos contain irritants and ingredients that can make your dog's skin very dry. In turn, the dog scratches, tearing out their hair and harming their coat. Canines may even have the misfortune of developing a rash that makes their hair fall out in patches.

Caring owners will take their dog to a vet, but medicine will be ineffective if the allergic reaction is due to harsh chemicals from mainstream shampoo. All natural pet shampoos formulated for dogs rarely have these side effects. This is because organic materials haven't been subjected to synthetic pesticides or the potent carcinogenic materials found in most commercial fertilizers.

This will reduce the likelihood of itchy skin or rashes associated with the chemicals commonly found in most dog grooming products.