Think shampoo is all your pet needs at bath time? Conditioner could be the missing step in their skincare routine.
Keeping your pet’s skin and coat healthy involves more than simply washing away dirt. Just like us, our pets can experience dry skin, itching and changes in coat condition. The right bathing routine can help keep their skin comfortable, their coat looking its best and their natural skin barrier in good condition.
That’s where PAW NutriDerm® Replenishing Shampoo and NutriDerm® Conditioner come in. Designed to work together, they help make bath time about more than a clean coat, it’s also an opportunity to care for your pet’s skin.
Why is skin and coat care so important?
Your pet’s skin acts as a natural protective barrier, helping retain moisture while protecting against everyday environmental irritants. When this barrier isn't functioning at its best, skin can become dry, irritated and itchy. A healthy skin barrier helps keep moisture where it belongs. That’s why choosing gentle skincare products is particularly important for pets with dry or sensitive skin.
Bathing can help remove dirt, excess oils and build-up from the coat, but choosing the right products matters. Some cleansers can strip away the skin’s natural oils, potentially contributing to dryness and discomfort. A good skincare routine should clean the coat while helping maintain the skin’s natural moisture balance.
Conditioner can be a useful addition to this routine, particularly when your pet needs extra care to keep their skin and coat feeling soft and moisturised.
It’s also worth remembering that skin, coat and ear health are connected to your pet’s overall wellbeing. Regular grooming gives you an opportunity to notice changes such as redness, flaking, unusual odour, excessive scratching or ear irritation. If these signs persist, your veterinarian can help identify the underlying cause.
Why choose PAW NutriDerm® Conditioner?
PAW NutriDerm® is designed around the importance of gentle cleansing and skin barrier support. The NutriDerm® Replenishing Conditioner is hypoallergenic, sulphate-free and soap-free, helping clean the skin and coat without stripping natural oils.
Its formula contains colloidal oatmeal, rosehip oil and vitamin B5 to help soothe itchy skin, support hydration and maintain the skin barrier. Together, they form a skincare routine focused on clean, comfortable skin and a healthy-looking coat.
Supporting skin hydration
Moisture is an important part of maintaining a healthy skin barrier. When skin becomes dry, your pet may be more likely to scratch, which can contribute to further irritation.
NutriDerm® Shampoo contains colloidal oatmeal to help soothe itch and rosehip oil as a source of essential fatty acids to support skin hydration. Vitamin B5 also helps maintain hydration and the skin barrier. This step cleans the coat, but how do we lock in moisture between baths?
Adding conditioner not only complements this focus on skin and coat care but uses ceramides to fill in any moisture gaps between skin cells and fortifies the skin barrier. For pets prone to dryness or allergies, this can mean building a defence system against any environmental nasties on your walks, in the backyard or living in the home.
Caring for the coat, too
A healthy coat is about more than appearance. Regular grooming helps remove dirt and build-up, gives you an opportunity to check your pet’s skin and helps you identify changes that may need attention. Pairing shampoo with conditioner can make your pet’s grooming routine feel more complete. Choose products formulated for pets and follow the directions on the label to ensure they are used as intended.
How to use NutriDerm® in your pet’s bathing routine
Our PAW Vets recommend using the NutriDerm® Replenishing Shampoo & Conditioner every one to two weeks in a bathing routine.
- Wet the coat thoroughly. Use clean water to wet your pet’s coat and skin.
- Apply shampoo. Distribute NutriDerm® Shampoo at several points across the coat.
- Massage gently. Work the shampoo evenly through the coat and onto the skin, creating an even lather.
- Leave for five minutes. Allow the shampoo to remain on the skin and coat for the recommended contact time.
- Rinse thoroughly. Rinse with clean water.
- Apply PAW NutriDerm® Conditioner to several areas across the body and massage evenly through the coat to the skin.
- Leave for five minutes. Allow the conditioner to remain on the skin and coat for the recommended contact time.
- Rinse thoroughly. Rinse with clean water.
OR Use the Nutriderm® Conditioner as a leave-on moisturiser to lock in hydration and create a barrier to lock out irritants.
PAW Hack: Mix the conditioner in a spray bottle (1:1 parts water to conditioner) to create a daily spritz of anti-inflammatory hydration booster.
Always avoid contact with your pet’s eyes and follow the product label. If your pet develops irritation or their skin problems continue, seek advice from your veterinarian.
Is conditioner right for every pet?
Every pet has different skin and coat needs. Some may benefit from a routine focused on gentle cleansing and moisture, while others may need veterinary treatment for allergies, parasites or skin infections.
Conditioner is not a substitute for veterinary care when skin problems are persistent or recurrent. If your pet has ongoing itching, redness, scaling, unusual odour or ear discomfort, your veterinarian can help determine whether a change in skincare or further investigation is needed.
Give your pet’s skincare routine a little extra care
Healthy skin starts with the right routine. Gentle cleansing, attention to moisture and regular grooming can all play a part in keeping your pet comfortable.
PAW NutriDerm® Replenishing Shampoo and Conditioner are designed to complement your pet’s skincare routine, helping you make skin and coat care a regular part of their wellbeing. Because a good bath should leave your pet feeling fresh, comfortable and ready for their next adventure.
Discover PAW NutriDerm® and help make skin and coat care part of your pet’s everyday wellbeing.
