Sodium Hypochlorite (Clorox) Bleach For Dog Skins (Bleach Baths)

A review of the literature. One competent peer reviewed study was done. And diluted Clorox (sodium hypochlorite) is being used as a rinse, spray, wipe, etc. to combat germs in the skin which may be resistant to conventional antibiotic therapy.

Fran Bankovic also found an anti-inflammatory effect.

Bleach or sodium hypochlorite THIS IS THE BEST DOCUMENT


Bleach Baths- Use, Instruction, and Side Effects — DermNet

Topical Treatment of Canine Superficial Pyoderma – Edit

Sodium Hypochlorite-Salicylic Acid Shampoo for Treatment of Canine Staphylococcal Pyoderma – PubMed

Diluted sodium hypochlorite (bleach) in dogs- antiseptic efficacy, local tolerability and in vitro effect on skin barrier function and inflammation – PubMed

Author: Dr. Erik Johnson
Dr. Erik Johnson is the author of several texts on companion animal and fish health. Johnson Veterinary Services has been operating in Marietta, GA since 1996. Dr Johnson graduated from the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine in 1991. Dr Johnson has lived in Marietta Georgia since 1976.