dog bathing

How Often Should I Bathe a Dog?

How often should I bathe a dog? This is a question vets and groomers hear regularly. Unfortunately, there is no one answer to this question, but several factors can impact your decision. Many of us do bathe our own dogs all the time or in between professional grooming sessions.

How Often Should a Dog Get a Bath?

For most dogs, a bath once a month is usually sufficient. There are exceptions to this, of course. Some breeds need more frequent bathing. Also, medical conditions such as skin allergies or mange often require treatment with special shampoos, which means a dog may have to be bathed more frequently than usual for a while.