How often should you bathe a German shepherd?

Answer 1

While dogs don't require daily scrub downs like we do, they do need regular baths--but just how regular depends on several factors, such as the dog's environment and type of coat.

Here are some general guidelines:

* Bathing once a month works for most dogs.

* Dogs with an oily coat, like Basset Hounds, may need bathing as frequently as once a week.

* Many short-haired breeds with smooth coats, such as Beagles and Weimaraners, do just fine with less frequent baths. Short-coated Basenjis are fastidious in their personal hygiene and rarely need a bath.

* Breeds with water-repellent coats, such as Golden Retrievers and Great Pyrenees, should be bathed less often so as to preserve their natural oils.

* Dogs with thick, double coats--such as Samoyeds, Malamutes, and other Northern breeds--do best with fewer baths and a lot of extra brushing (which gets rid of loose, dead hair and helps distribute natural oils that keep your dog's skin and coat healthy).

Answer 2

All dogs should not get washed too frequently as that will remove the natural oils from their skin and it can dry their skin. They should not be washed more than once a week, but less than that is actually better.

Answer 3

doberman's have really short hair, so not often if they don't smell bad. but a rag mixed with warm water and some leave in conditioner can never hurt, even if once a day.

Answer 4

first always brush as much as you can,then if your able to bathe him/her once a week.

Answer 5

Wait until it is 3-5 months old and probably bathe it every 3 weeks.