Vetericyn FoamCare Medicated Pet Shampoo, 16 oz

A spray-on medicated pet shampoo for dry, itchy skin, hot spots and dermatitis. Apply over a thoroughly wet coat, lather, then rinse.

When a medicated bath fits

A bath can be part of care when a pet has dry, itchy skin, hot spots or dermatitis. This shampoo is designed for that job. Its active ingredient is salicylic acid at 2%. The formula also includes glycerin, panthenol, aloe and other conditioning ingredients. Use it when the skin concern is the reason for the wash, rather than choosing it as a routine coat shampoo by default. The brand’s regular FoamCare shampoos are organized around coat density; this medicated pet formula is selected for the skin concern.

Spray it through the coat

The trigger bottle is meant to be used directly. Wet the pet thoroughly with warm water, spray evenly over the coat, work the shampoo into a lather, then rinse thoroughly. FoamCare’s spray creates lather as it goes on, so you can cover the coat before working the shampoo through with your hands. The bottle is easier to handle than a soapy container once the bath has started. The product’s FAQ says there is no set leave-on time for this formula. Follow the printed directions and rinse it away after lathering.

Choose a shampoo for skin, not parasites

FoamCare Medicated Pet Shampoo is made for skin concerns. It does not kill fleas or ticks, and the company separates it from its wound-care products. For a flea or tick treatment, follow that product’s bathing interval; Vetericyn says to wait 48 hours after applying a flea or tick treatment before bathing with FoamCare. That timing can help you plan the bath without washing off another product too soon. If the coat itself is the main concern and the skin is healthy, compare the nonmedicated coat-specific formulas instead.

Notice what changes after the bath

Keep track of whether itching or irritation settles, returns, or spreads. A bath cleans the coat and brings the shampoo into contact with the skin, but it does not identify the reason a condition began. If the issue continues or gets worse, the product directions say to consult a veterinarian. That is a useful point to review the skin problem and decide what care should follow. For a pet with a diagnosed condition, a veterinarian can also advise how this shampoo fits with the rest of the treatment plan.

Product details

Vetericyn FoamCare Medicated Pet Shampoo. Spray-on pet shampoo. 16 oz bottle. Active ingredient: salicylic acid 2.0%. UPC 818582011761. Manufacturer product code 1610.

Directions for use

Wet your pet with warm water thoroughly. Spray Vetericyn FoamCare evenly on your pet and lather shampoo into their coat. Rinse thoroughly. If condition persists or worsens, consult your veterinarian.

Cautions

Follow the directions printed on the bottle. Consult a veterinarian if the condition persists or worsens.