DIY Dry Doggie Shampoo and Free Printable

by Alli

DIY Dry Doggie Shampoo has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #MyPetMyStar #CollectiveBias 

Max, our MVP (most valuable pooch), will be three years old in November. Max became part of our family when he was just six weeks old. He is the sweetest, smartest German Shepherd I’ve ever met.

Max thinks it’s his job to keep the kids corralled when they are outside playing. They all smell like wet dogs when it’s time to come inside, so I put together a simple DIY dry doggie shampoo to pamper Max.

After playing outside, Max and the kids smell like wet dogs! This DIY Dry Doggie Shampoo helps Max smell good between baths. There's only 3 ingredients and I bet you have them all in your pantry.

I remember when my grandson, Logan, begged for a puppy for Christmas. There was just one stipulation. He asked me to keep the dog at my house and he would just come over and visit. He’s a smart kid – all the fun, with none of the responsibility.

I gave much thought to his request (about 2 minutes) and made it my mission to find the best pet for our family. These days, we can’t imagine our life without Max. 

Max and the boys resting after playing - DIY Doggie Shampoo

Max Loves Kids!

Since the grandkids live just five minutes away, they visit often. I do believe that Max can hear their SUV coming a mile away. Max gets beyond excited when he sees the boys. Of course, they like to help feed him, pet him, pamper him and play with him outside.

T Hawke bonding with Max - DIY Doggie Shampoo

Once playtime is over, Max and the kids smell like wet dogs. That’s why I always have a supply of DIY dry doggie shampoo for Max. Now, if I could only come up with dry shampoo for the kids.

DIY Dry Doggie Shampoo

DIY Dry Doggie Shampoo is so easy to make. You need 1 cup of baking soda, 1/2 cup of cornstarch, and a few drops of essential oils.  Mix them all together and you’re done.

DIY Dry Doggie Shampoo

Helpful Hint:  You can also use oatmeal in place of baking soda.

DIY Doggie Shampoo Ingredients

DIY Dry Doggie Shampoo

After playing outside, Max and the kids smell like wet dogs! This DIY Dry Doggie Shampoo helps Max smell good between baths. There's only 3 ingredients and I bet you have them all in your pantry.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup baking soda
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 3-5 drops lavender essential oils

Instructions

  1. Mix all the ingredients together and store in a shaker type jar.

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You can use a mason jar with a lid to store the doggie shampoo. Carefully punch three tiny holes in the lid.

How to make DIY Doggie Shampoo

I designed a cute little label for my doggie shampoo. You can get my free label by clicking here: Dry-Doggie-Shampoo-Printable.

Dry-Doggie-Shampoo-Printable

Using a decoupage medium, glue the label to the jar and let dry.

DIY Doggie Shampoo Jar

Sprinkle the dry shampoo onto the coat of your dog and rub it in. Be sure and stay away from his eyes.

DIY Doggie Shampoo - How to apply

Does Max pass the sniff test? Yes, he does!

DIY Dry Doggie Shampoo - Sniff test

Once Max is pampered and smelling fresh and clean, it’s time for dinner.

What’s for dinner?

When I’m shopping at Kroger, I always like to take my time in the pet aisle. It’s a convenient and affordable place to stock up on Purina staples and find new toys for Max. He deserves to be spoiled.

On my latest trip to Kroger, I discovered new Purina® Dog Chow® Natural. It has no artificial colors, flavors or preservatives and is 100% complete and balanced. I really like the fact that it’s a quality dog food at an affordable price. Max deserves star treatment every single day.

 

DIY Dry Doggie Shampoo and Purina Natural Dog Chow

What does Max think about new Purina® Dog Chow® Natural? He loves it! Max thinks it’s a great tasting Kibble and he really likes that it’s made with real chicken.

Max loves the new Purina Natural Dog Food

 

Max - Our MVP

Because Max brings so much joy to our family, we love to pamper him by making sure he lives a long and healthy life. He’s well fed, well loved and smells great between bath times. How do you pamper your pooch?


25 comments

Jenn @ EngineerMommy August 1, 2016 - 11:31 am

Max is such a cutie! We’re hoping to get a dog sometime soon. The kids have been begging to get a puppy soon! I’ll keep this doggie shampoo in mind!

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Shirley Wood August 1, 2016 - 1:57 pm

Max is a beautiful dog! My brothers and I had a German Shepherd when we were children and we just loved him so much! I’ll have to make your shampoo recipe for Orbit! I like the idea that it’s a dry shampoo.

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lisa August 1, 2016 - 2:08 pm

As the owner of multiple shepherds, dry doggie shampoo sounds fantastic. It is so hard to get the dogs dry after bathing them, that I need to make my own dry shampoo!

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Jenna Wood August 1, 2016 - 2:11 pm

I just love your photos- such a great bond Max has with the kids! Thanks for the simple and pet friendly dry shampoo idea, it is much needed in the Summer here! #client

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Lisa Jones August 1, 2016 - 4:56 pm

This Is AWESOME!! We Just Adopted A Kitty A Doggie Is Next I Will Be Making This As Soon AS I Know We Are Getting A Dog. Thank You For Sharing!!

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Liz Mays August 1, 2016 - 5:13 pm

Oh cool! I had no idea you could make shampoo like that. I’m loving Purina’s all natural dog chow!

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Pam August 1, 2016 - 5:41 pm

We haven’t tried this dog food before. I love the idea of dry shampoo for dogs, that would be so helpful for our dogs.

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zan August 1, 2016 - 5:42 pm

Ha ha ha.. I love your story aobut thinking 2 minutes to get the dog. We don’t have a dog but the kids are always asking for one. I say, when they are able to take care of it. The dry shampoo also looks like something I would use to clean the carpet, too. Baking soda is such a good deodorizer.

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Kathleen Kennedy-Leon August 1, 2016 - 7:16 pm

we pamper our little pup Jax by sending him to the doggie day spa! He comes back all clean and groomed and tired from having a day at the spa!

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Sarah August 1, 2016 - 7:23 pm

What a super neat idea to make your doggy shampoo .. that’s awesome! I am so going to try to make this!

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Amanda Tempel August 1, 2016 - 8:31 pm

I have two big dogs that seem to need a bath all of the time (lol.) I’ll have to try this out for them! Dry shampoo sounds like a great alternative for my dogs, in between groomer visits.

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Bella August 1, 2016 - 8:58 pm

Wow this is an awesome idea! My dog goes outside and always comes back stinky.

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Jenn August 1, 2016 - 9:28 pm

Would have an older basset hound as part of our family. She could sure benefit by us using this on a regular basis. What a good idea.

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Mimi Green August 2, 2016 - 9:56 am

Hey Max! Your grandson is smart, I wonder if my kids can work this type of deal with their grandparents.

Dry shampoo is a great idea for dogs.

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Mimi Green August 2, 2016 - 10:20 am

This is so smart, you need to come up with one for the kids. You would be rich.

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Bonnie @wemake7 August 2, 2016 - 10:48 am

Aww Max is really cute. What a really awesome idea with doggie shampoo. Totally awesome.

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Chubskulit Rose August 2, 2016 - 12:35 pm

I never thought of making a dog shampoo but this looks awesome. Max sounds like a total sweetheart!

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Amanda Love August 2, 2016 - 12:49 pm

Hmm… I don’t think I’ve done a DIY dry doggie shampoo before and it would be nice to give it a try. I’m definitely keeping the recipe! Thanks a bunch for this!

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Kristen from The Road to Domestication August 2, 2016 - 2:45 pm

What a beautiful dog! I didn’t realize that you could use a dry shampoo with a dog, but that’s brilliant! Our Taffy is currently being washed with shampoo from the vet due to her allergies LOL

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Mary August 2, 2016 - 6:50 pm

Aww I just love Max. He looks like such a great dog. My pooch too get that wet dog smell. I guess never even thought of a dry shampoo. The boys did an awesome job demonstrating. ?

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Wildish Jess August 3, 2016 - 3:03 am

This is a fantastic idea! Such an easy way to freshen up your pooch without an actual bath.

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Robin Rue August 3, 2016 - 8:05 am

I love things like this that can save you in the long run! I am going to be giving this diy dry shampoo a try.

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Tiany August 6, 2016 - 11:01 am

This is brilliant, how have I never heard of this before?? What a great idea for times when it’s just not convenient to completely bath the dog, thanks for sharing!

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Julian March 29, 2019 - 12:51 pm

It looks good being all natural! I just got a puppy that has skin issues and I’d love to try this!

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Barianna clancy April 15, 2019 - 1:56 pm

It looks good being all natural! I just got a puppy that has skin issues and I’d love to try this!

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