What's wrong with using human shampoo?

[Nancy1999]

Originally Posted by jmdt

My pebbles also has a cottony coat. I just noticed tonight that she has dandruff. Very dry and flaky. I use puppy shampoo and conditioner all in one, any suggestions for me. What kind of leave in conditioner do you use. I have to get something tomorrow for her.
COCO PEBBLES TRIXIE

I read that the number one cause of dry flaky skin is not rinsing thoroughly. Joey's breeder really stressed the importance of this, as well as, diluting shampoos before putting them on his coat. I rinse really well, and then set the microwave for a minute and warm his towel; during this minute I continue rinsing him. I'm not sure what type of puppy shampoo you are using, but two products mixed together are seldom as good as two products used separately. I like the Biogroom products, they have a cream rinse/conditioner that leaves his hair tangle free, and shinny without looking oily. They also have an oatmeal shampoo that is said to be good for dry or sensitive skin. If you believe you have been rinsing well enough, and the flaking doesn't go away after a few weeks, you might want to check into his diet. Some dog foods have large amounts of corn, and some dogs are allergic to it.