Is the Pure-Castile Magic Soap safe for dog and cat washing?Updated 41 minutes ago

While we don’t have a specialty line of animal products, our soaps work well for washing dogs and cats, except for Tea Tree, which is not safe for pet washing.

Cats

For washing cats, we recommend only using our Baby Unscented Pure-Castile Magic Soap, as cats can have a negative reaction to certain essential oils*. Although essential oils make up only a small percentage of our soaps, it's best to be safe and avoid exposing your cat to them unnecessarily. 

Dogs

For pups, we suggest trying our Peppermint-scented soaps, as peppermint oil can help deter pests. However, if you're uncomfortable using a product with essential oils on your pet, consider our Baby Unscented Pure-Castile Magic Soap. 

Instructions

To wash your pet, first wet the fur well. Next, add enough soap to produce lather and massage it into the fur, all the way to the skin. The amount depends on the animal's size and the length, thickness, and texture of its fur, but we suggest starting with about 1 tsp. and using more if needed. As with people, be sure to keep the soap out of their eyes. Make sure to rinse out all the soap thoroughly, as any residual soap could be ingested when they groom themselves, and can upset their stomach a little. 

For an in-depth walkthrough and video of this process, check out Lisa Bronner's blog post Dog Washing with Dr. Bronner’s Soap. We also invite you to check out our blog post, Pet Care with Dr. Bronner's, for further information about pet care with our soaps.

*A high concentration of some essential oils can be toxic to some animals (some are more sensitive than others). Although our soaps should not pose any threat to your animal when used as directed, we understand that health is especially important, so we encourage you to consult your local veterinarian if you have any concerns.