I'm new to YT.. I first came across the site while doing some research before bringing our new puppy home.. I've been amazed and so thankful for all the wonderful advice that's here.. From training to feeding and everything inbetween.. We got Roxie last week and she has just been a true delight.. She is 8 weeks.. Born October 6th, 2009.. We gave her a bath today for the first time and it really went well.. I read this post about the Castile Baby Soap so I had to try it.. I have to say I'm so pleased with the results.. She looks great.. Her coat is shinny and smells wonderful.. We rinsed her in the apple cider vinegar and there was not one tangle.. It made her coat so soft.. She normally scratches quite a bit and have not seen her do it once since we washed her.. I was wondering if you ever use the essential oils directly on your dogs coat or do you just mix it in with the soap?? Thanks in advance for your time and Thanks for the great info..