Hartz Groomer's Best Oatmeal Shampoo
- Dog Shampoo
- 18 fl oz
- 18 fl oz
- Paraben Free
- Better rated than 73%
A basic oatmeal bath shampoo aimed at soothing mild skin irritation, worth trying before reaching for a medicated formula.
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How it ranks among the 131 dog shampoos we track
4.7★ across 611 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
611 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
200+ bought on Amazon last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
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Overview
An 18 ounce oatmeal shampoo from Hartz's Groomer's Best line, formulated for dogs with irritated or itchy skin. It is a paraben free liquid in a fresh scent.
Oatmeal shampoos are a long-standing remedy for itchy skin, and this one leans on that ingredient as its stated addition rather than a medicated or prescription-strength formula. It reads as a routine bath product for dogs with occasional skin irritation, not a treatment for a diagnosed skin condition.
- 18 fluid ounce bottle
- Special ingredient: oatmeal
- Paraben free
- Fresh scent
Who it's for
Works for owners bathing a dog that scratches more than usual or has generally sensitive skin. Not a substitute for a vet-prescribed shampoo if irritation is severe or persistent.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Oatmeal formula aimed at calming irritated skin
- Fresh scent helps with wet dog odor after a bath
- Lists cashews in its allergen information, worth checking if that matters in your household
- A scented formula, so not ideal for fragrance-sensitive dogs
Performance notes
Oatmeal is the active soothing ingredient here, working by coating and calming irritated skin rather than stripping oils the way some degreasing shampoos do. Because it is a liquid wash rather than a leave-on treatment, the soothing effect depends on how long it is left on the coat before rinsing.
Specifications
| Brand | Hartz |
|---|---|
| Model | 12593 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 1.26 pounds |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Liquid Volume | 18 fl oz |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type Free | Paraben Free |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 18 fl oz |
| Included Components | kk |
| Other details | |
| Item Type Name | kkk |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 12593 |
| Allergen Information | Cashews |
| Model Number | 12593 |
| Scent Name | Fresh |
| Target Species | Dog |
| Upc | 032700979287 |
| Product Benefits | Soothing |
| Asin | B0006G5M9M |
| Manufacturer | Hartz |
| Special Ingredients | Oatmeal |
| Best Sellers Rank | #22,430 in Pet Supplies (See Top 100 in Pet Supplies) #231 in Dog Shampoos |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Irritated Skin |
| Item Form | Liquid |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in dog shampoos.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hartz Groomer's Best Oatmeal ShampooThis product | 4.7 / 5 | 611 | 4.2 / 5 |
| earthbath, Oatmeal & Aloe Dog Shampoo - Oatmeal Shampoo for Dogs, Itchy, Dry Skin Relief…earthbath | 4.7 / 5 | 8,500 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Douxo S3 PYO Medicated Dog Shampoo with 3% Chlorhexidine for DogsDouxo | 4.7 / 5 | 7,800 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Wahl USA Dry Skin & Itch Relief Pet Shampoo for DogsWAHL | 4.6 / 5 | 42,700 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Arm & Hammer Deodorizing Dog Shampoo with Baking Soda for Odor ControlARM | 4.6 / 5 | 22,400 | 4.6 / 5 |
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Questions about the Hartz 12593
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What skin issue is this Hartz shampoo made for?
It is formulated to soothe irritated skin using an oatmeal base.
Is it paraben free?
Yes.
What size does it come in?
An 18 fluid ounce bottle.