Pet Grooming Excellent for quick freshening

Hartz Groomer's Best Soothing Oatmeal Dog Spray

By Hartz 10 reviews analyzed Updated Oct 2023 85% confidence
7.5 /10
Quality
7.0
Value
7.5
Design
8.0
Function
7.5
Durability
6.0

In a Nutshell

  • Pleasant scent
  • Mixed effectiveness on skin allergies
  • Easy to use

Quick Verdict

This spray is great for its ability to make dogs smell fresh between baths. However, its effectiveness in soothing skin allergies is mixed.

Quick Stats

Reviews Analyzed 10
Would Recommend 80%
Would Buy Again 80%
Avg Lifespan month

Pet Compatibility

🐕 Dogs
Suitable
🐈 Cats
Caution

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Pleasant scent (5)

    The spray has a pleasant, soothing oatmeal smell that many dogs and owners like.

  • Quick freshening (6)

    Effective for keeping the dog smelling clean between baths.

  • Easy to use (3)

    The spray is simple to apply and integrates well with grooming routines.

Cons

  • Not effective for all dogs (4) major

    Some users found it ineffective for soothing skin allergies or itching.

  • May interfere with topical medications (1) major

    Some topical flea medications and skin allergies products don't work well with this spray.

    Tip: Avoid using if your pet is on topical medications.

Who Is This For?

✓ Best For

  • • Dog owners — For keeping dogs fresh between baths.
  • • Owners with large dogs — Helps masks odors well.

✗ Skip If

  • • Owners with pets having sensitive skin — Not effective in soothing skin allergies.
  • • Dogs using topical medications — May interfere with topical treatments.

Durability & Care

Expected Lifespan 3 months

Factors: Wild pet behavior, Exposure to water

Cleaning Methods

✗ Machine wash
✗ Hand wash
✗ Spot clean

Care Tips from Users

  • 💡 Keep away from heat sources
  • 💡 Close after use

Floor Compatibility

✓ Hardwood
⚠️ Tile
✓ Carpet
⚠️ Vinyl
⚠️ Laminate

Rating Distribution

4.2
10 reviews
5★
60%
4★
10%
3★
30%
2★
0%
1★
0%
scent (5) effective for quick freshening (6) easy to use (6) Ineffective for all dogs (2) Not good for alternative flea treatment (1)

Common Questions

How often should I apply this spray?

It is recommended to apply every other day to keep the dog smelling fresh.

Is this spray effective for dogs with skin allergies?

It has mixed reviews; some have found it effective, while others report no improvement in itching. For mild itch the spray is refreshening.

Can this spray be used with topical flea medications?

No, it may interfere with topical flea medications.

Highlighted Reviews

— rr0913

"This is a great product for soothing my ShihTzu's skin. He has very bad skin allergies and this has helped tremendously with his itching."

— Rhonda FLA

"I could not use this with my dog that uses topical flea medication. I will say the smell of this is amazing though."

Bottom Line

While it is great for keeping your dog smelling fresh, consider other options if your pet suffers from severe skin itching.

7.5 /10
— Good

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