"In order to treat skin disease we need to TREAT THE SKIN with shampoo therapy."
We Offer Therapeutic Bathing Services
At Montgomery Pet Skin and Ear Clinic, we can do medicated shampoo therapy for your dog using our HydroSurge Bathing System. A unique bathing experience for dogs that produces a combination of shampoo and water through a hand held massage sprayer. It penetrates deep for a thorough cleaning and what the dogs love most is the massage treatment the HydroSurge provides. HydroSurge is a revolutionary bathing system. With the constant use of fresh water, shampoo and air, HydroSurge removes loose hair, dead skin and other debris while providing an invigorating massage for your dog.
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Shampoo Therapy Myths and Facts
MYTH: Regular shampooing dries the skin.
FACT: Inappropriate shampoos will dry and cause irritation to
your dog's skin. However regular shampooing with
correctly formulated products improves the health of the
skin and increases natural oils.
MYTH: Dogs skin is the same as humans. Baby shampoo is mild
and gentle so is okay to use on puppies and dogs.
FACT: The pH of your dog's skin is 7.5, whereas a baby's skin
is 5.5. This means that even "mild" baby shampoo is far
too acidic and can harm your dog's skin.
MYTH: Dogs should not be washed very often. It is normal for
them to have a "doggie smell".
FACT: "Doggie smell" is rancidification of fatty acids on the skin
and in the coat. Washing will remove this build up.
MYTH: Dogs do not like being washed.
FACT: Dogs enjoy being shampooed. Started at an early age it can improve the bond between owner and pet.
REGULAR USE OF THERAPEUTIC SHAMPOO HAS THE FOLLOWING BENEFITS:
1. Cleansing the hair and skin removes old skin cells, dirt, rancid smelly fats, and cleans out pores to allow the flow of normal skin oils from the hair follicles.
2. Allergen reduction by washing off trapped pollens, molds, dust mites, and other proteins helps reduce the risk of some skin conditions in allergic dogs.
3. The combination of dog hair and man made fibers, like carpet, furniture, and even dog beds encourages the build-up of static electricity. This can attract high concentrations of common allergens such as dust mites onto the skin.
4. Rehydration of the skin cells from excessive drying helps moisturize them. That helps close the gaps in the skin to maintain a barrier that prevents entry of foreign material into the skin.
5. Medically supervised therapeutic bathing helps the skin recover from many diseases. Special ingredients in medicated shampoos may be antimicrobial, reduce itching, healing, and they help in regenerating the normal skin cells.
MYTH: Regular shampooing dries the skin.
FACT: Inappropriate shampoos will dry and cause irritation to
your dog's skin. However regular shampooing with
correctly formulated products improves the health of the
skin and increases natural oils.
MYTH: Dogs skin is the same as humans. Baby shampoo is mild
and gentle so is okay to use on puppies and dogs.
FACT: The pH of your dog's skin is 7.5, whereas a baby's skin
is 5.5. This means that even "mild" baby shampoo is far
too acidic and can harm your dog's skin.
MYTH: Dogs should not be washed very often. It is normal for
them to have a "doggie smell".
FACT: "Doggie smell" is rancidification of fatty acids on the skin
and in the coat. Washing will remove this build up.
MYTH: Dogs do not like being washed.
FACT: Dogs enjoy being shampooed. Started at an early age it can improve the bond between owner and pet.
REGULAR USE OF THERAPEUTIC SHAMPOO HAS THE FOLLOWING BENEFITS:
1. Cleansing the hair and skin removes old skin cells, dirt, rancid smelly fats, and cleans out pores to allow the flow of normal skin oils from the hair follicles.
2. Allergen reduction by washing off trapped pollens, molds, dust mites, and other proteins helps reduce the risk of some skin conditions in allergic dogs.
3. The combination of dog hair and man made fibers, like carpet, furniture, and even dog beds encourages the build-up of static electricity. This can attract high concentrations of common allergens such as dust mites onto the skin.
4. Rehydration of the skin cells from excessive drying helps moisturize them. That helps close the gaps in the skin to maintain a barrier that prevents entry of foreign material into the skin.
5. Medically supervised therapeutic bathing helps the skin recover from many diseases. Special ingredients in medicated shampoos may be antimicrobial, reduce itching, healing, and they help in regenerating the normal skin cells.
3310 Atlanta Highway Montgomery, Alabama 36109
(between Ann St. and Coliseum Blvd.) 334-272-2200
(between Ann St. and Coliseum Blvd.) 334-272-2200
