How often should dogs take a bath?

Generally speaking, it is recommended to bathe a dog every 7 to 15 days, and the specific bathing time can vary depending on the dog's condition. It should be noted that young dogs who have not been vaccinated or are currently being vaccinated are not advised to take baths, as doing so may cause them to catch a cold. Additionally, dogs in a stressful situation or during illness should not be bathed, as it may exacerbate their condition.

Usually, it is recommended to bathe a dog every 7-15 days, and the bathing cycle can be adjusted according to the dog's condition. You can choose to bath your dog at a pet store or bath them at home yourself.

If you choose to bath your dog at home, keep in mind that dog baths require the use of pet-specific shampoos, which should not be replaced with human shampoos or soaps. This is to avoid irritating the dog's skin, causing dry hair and skin, and increased dandruff. Moreover, it is recommended to bath the dog in an ambient temperature environment. If the room temperature is too low, it can easily cause the dog to catch a cold, resulting in symptoms such as sneezing and running nose.

There are also some special circumstances where bathing a dog is not advised, especially during vaccination periods or for dogs who have not been vaccinated. This is because bathing can be a significant stimulus for dogs, easily reducing their immunity and making them more susceptible to catching a cold. If there are infectious viruses in the environment, they may take advantage of the dog's weakened immune system and cause infectious diseases such as canine parvovirus or distemper.

Lastly, it is not advised to bath a dog during periods of illness or stress, as bathing can easily exacerbate the disease or stress, leading to worsened symptoms or the development of other complications. In severe cases, this may even threaten the dog's life.