How It Works

A dog's skin and coat have their own unique needs. From choosing the right cleansing routine to understanding ingredients and reducing unnecessary packaging, we believe better grooming starts with knowing why. Explore our guides to discover the thinking behind the Canis Apothecary approach.

A beautiful coat begins with more than shampoo. From brushing before the bath to properly wetting the coat, creating a gentle lather, rinsing thoroughly and drying correctly, small changes in technique can make a noticeable difference in your dog's grooming routine. Our step-by-step bathing ritual shows you how to use a solid shampoo bar correctly, how much product you actually need, and how to choose the right Canis Apothecary bar for your dog's coat and grooming needs. Because a good bath isn't about using more product—it's about using the right product, the right way.

Wet your dog and the shampoo bar to prepare for a rich lather. Rub the bar directly on your dog's coat or lather in your hands, then gently massage into the coat, working from neck to tail — pay extra attention to dirty areas. Let the lather sit for 1 to 2 minutes so the natural ingredients can clean and nourish the coat and skin. Rinse well until all soap is removed — your dog's coat will be clean, fresh and soft.