Hartz UltraGuard Plus Flea & Tick Deep Conditioning Dog Shampoo
In a Nutshell
- Softens and cleans dog's fur effectively
- Mixed results on flea and tick control
- Generally satisfying price-to-quality ratio
Quick Verdict
This shampoo generally leaves dogs' fur clean and soft with a fresh smell, but its effectiveness in killing fleas and ticks is inconsistent. Some users found it worked well, while others reported fleas and ticks returning quickly.
Quick Stats
Pet Compatibility
Pros & Cons
Pros
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Clean and soft fur (4)
Leaves dogs' fur feeling soft and clean.
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Pleasant smell (3)
Has a nice, fresh scent that users appreciate.
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Effective pest control (2)
Some users found it effective in controlling fleas and ticks.
Cons
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Inconsistent effectiveness (3) major
Some users found it ineffective in controlling fleas and ticks.
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Required multiple applications (2) minor
Some users had to use it multiple times to see results.
Quality Trend: Declining
Some older reviews mentioned good results, while newer ones are mixed.
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Who Is This For?
✓ Best For
- • Dog owners looking for a gentle flea and tick shampoo — It leaves fur soft and clean with a pleasant smell.
✗ Skip If
- • Those needing high-level flea and tick protection — Effectiveness is inconsistent.
Durability & Care
Rating Distribution
Common Questions
Is this shampoo gentle on dogs' fur?
Yes, it leaves the fur soft and clean.
Highlighted Reviews
"Left my dog clean and soft. Has a fresh smell and as far as I can tell it is working well to keep fleas and ticks at bay."
"Our dogs have fleas, despite being treated with prescription flea meds, so we bought this to give them some relief in between. While I did see some dead fleas in the water, I had to flea comb the soap into their fur to get them to let go. By the evening, the dogs were scratching again. By the next d..."
Bottom Line
This shampoo may be worth a try for dogs who need a gentle flea and tick treatment, but be prepared for potentially needing additional solutions if it doesn't work effectively in your case.