For the most part, I like to bathe once a week, and if you use a good quality shampoo, it shouldn't be too drying for the skin. I am trying out some new shampoos and conditioners with Kate, but I used a cocoa butter and mink oil shampoo for seventeen years on Ashley. It used to be made by House of Anju, but it was bought out by Jerob many years ago. It seems expensive, but it is so dilutable that it last a very long time, especially since I buy it in the gallon size. It is so conditioning for the hair and skin, and it's great for dogs with skin allergies or dry skin. From one of their descriptions of the shampoo, it says: "
Exhibitors, Groomers and Veterinarians have found that this product has eliminated many skin prroblems such as "hot spots" and excessive itching. Animals that have had "allergic" problems with other products have used Cocoa Butter & Mink Oil Shampoo with no reactions.'
Jerob Cocoa Butter and Mink Oil Shampoo | Jerob