Best Waterless Dog Shampoos

Updated January 2019
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Paw Choice
Dry Dog Shampoo, Waterless, No Rinse Foam Mousse
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Bottom Line

A little of this foaming mousse formula goes a long way, even on dogs with longer hair. It probably won't replace baths, but it will help you reduce their frequency.

Pros

Coconut-derived, foaming mousse formula. Mild, safe, and beneficial for sensitive skin. Does not contain any harsh chemicals or laureth sulfate. Does not interfere with topical flea treatments. Deodorizes; removes odor rather than masking it. Cruelty-free. Pomegranate and mango scent. Quick drying. Seems to work on longer hair. Does not stain white hair.

Cons

May not replace a bath, especially if the dog is very dirty, but it makes his coat shiny and gets rid of the "wet dog" smell.

Wahl
Pet-Friendly No Rinse Waterless Shampoo
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This plant-based formulation cleans short hair well and even leaves longer hair silky. The scent doesn't last very long, though.

Pros

Waterless, no-rinse shampoo. Derived from plants. Conditioning ingredients moisturize hair. Seals in natural sugars and proteins. Choice of lavender, chamomile, or coconut lime verbana. Free from PEG-80, alcohol and parabens. Cleans short coats; leaves longer coats silky.

Cons

A good temporary deodorizer, but it mostly masks dog smell rather than eliminating it.

Best Bang for the Buck
Miracle Coat
Spray-on Waterless Dog Shampoo
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Made with pharmaceutical grade ingredients, this formula helps remove stubborn mats from many dogs' coats. And it comes in a noiseless spray bottle to keep your pup calm.

Pros

Made from natural, pharmaceutical grade ingredients. Fresh, clean scent. Noiseless sprayer keeps dogs calm. Rinse-free. Helps to get matting out of hair. Temporarily helps with many skin irritations. Helps to cut down on smells.

Cons

Do not spray near the eyes. Relieves itching only for very short periods.

Bodhi Dog
New Waterless Dog Shampoo
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Bottom Line

Formulated with sensitive skin in mind, this plant-based shampoo leaves your dog looking and smelling fresh.

Pros

Plant-based. Gentle. Excellent for animals with allergies and sensitive skin. No detergents, alcohol, parabens, or sulphates Non-toxic. Choice of lavender or lemongrass. Light scent.

Cons

Be sure not to get the product in pet's eyes.

Bio-Groom
Waterless Cat and Dog Bath Shampoo
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Bottom Line

This pH-balanced shampoo is tear-free, so it's a good choice for pets who struggle at bath time.

Pros

Tearless, pH-balanced waterless shampoo. Cleans gently, removes stains, and adds luster to coats. No alcohol. Scent-free. Quick drying. Made with neutral henna, hyacinth, clove, tea tree oil, and vitamin E.

Cons

No artificial scent, but Tea tree oil may give this formula a noticeable odor.

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    Waterless dog shampoo absorbs excess oil from a dog's skin and coat. By doing so, it helps restore a dog's shiny, soft coat and makes it easy for him or her to maintain it for an extended period of time. Waterless dog shampoo often contains natural ingredients that are safe for use on all dogs. It helps minimize the risk of dry, flaky skin that otherwise causes itching and irritation. Waterless dog shampoo generally won't take long to administer, too. A typical bath with waterless dog shampoo takes just a few minutes to complete, and the results may last for several weeks.

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    Paw Choice

    Dry Dog Shampoo, Waterless, No Rinse Foam Mousse

    Paw Choice

    Dry Dog Shampoo, Waterless, No Rinse Foam Mousse

    A little of this foaming mousse formula goes a long way, even on dogs with longer hair. It probably won't replace baths, but it will help you reduce their frequency.

    $15
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    Wahl

    Pet-Friendly No Rinse Waterless Shampoo

    Wahl

    Pet-Friendly No Rinse Waterless Shampoo

    This plant-based formulation cleans short hair well and even leaves longer hair silky. The scent doesn't last very long, though.

    $5
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    Miracle Coat

    Spray-on Waterless Dog Shampoo

    Miracle Coat

    Spray-on Waterless Dog Shampoo

    Made with pharmaceutical grade ingredients, this formula helps remove stubborn mats from many dogs' coats. And it comes in a noiseless spray bottle to keep your pup calm.

    $21
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    Bodhi Dog

    New Waterless Dog Shampoo

    Bodhi Dog

    New Waterless Dog Shampoo

    Formulated with sensitive skin in mind, this plant-based shampoo leaves your dog looking and smelling fresh.

    $13
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    Bio-Groom

    Waterless Cat and Dog Bath Shampoo

    Bio-Groom

    Waterless Cat and Dog Bath Shampoo

    This pH-balanced shampoo is tear-free, so it's a good choice for pets who struggle at bath time.

    $13

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