Hi Sharon...
What great questions!
Yes we have specifically formulated our Doggy Dip Soap for our doggy friends - especially if they have challenged or sensitive skin.
We use neem oil to help with parasites, flees and soothing the skin while the oat extract (we affectionately call this 'oat gunk') is anti-inflammatory and soothing too.
We have deliberately kept our pH alkailine so as to counteract the natural acid loving nasty bacteria and bugs that live on your dogs skin. Using an acid or neutral pH cleanser will not have this effect.
We advise that you use a vinegar rinse ( a weak acid solution) as described in our Doggy Dip info sheet to return your dog's skin pH to its normal 5.5 or so. This way you get the best of both worlds... an alkaline cleanser with a immediate return of the acid mantle your dog uses to protect its skin.
We have quite a number of vets, dog groomers and breeders who use Doggy Dip for their charges with great results.
i hope this information helps.
:)
Leonie