Rather than relying on fragrances, detergents, or synthetic ingredients, Forest Dog is handcrafted in small batches using whole organic herbs slowly infused into raw organic apple cider vinegar over several weeks.

Dogs have an incredibly sensitive sense of smell, so essential oils can not only be very overstimulating for dogs, but many essential oils can be irritating to sensitive skin too. Forest Dog relies on whole organic botanicals instead of concentrated essential oils

Your dog’s skin is home to billions of naturally occurring bacteria, fungi, and other microorganisms that make up the skin microbiome. While that may sound surprising, these microbes are an essential part of healthy skin.

A balanced skin microbiome helps support the skin’s natural barrier, discourages the overgrowth of harmful microbes, and plays an important role in maintaining overall skin health.

Many conventional grooming products are designed to strip away dirt, oils, and odors. While cleansing certainly has its place, frequent use of harsh detergents or strong disinfectants can also remove beneficial oils and disrupt the skin’s natural microbial balance.

Forest Dog takes a different approach.

Instead of relying on harsh cleansers or synthetic fragrances, Forest Dog is a gentle botanical rinse made with organic herbs slowly infused into raw organic apple cider vinegar. It’s designed to complement your dog’s skin by supporting a healthy skin environment rather than simply stripping everything away.

Healthy skin isn’t sterile—it’s balanced.

Weekly is perfectly appropriate if your dog swims, plays in the mud, hikes, or simply gets dirty and you want to finish with a soothing botanical rinse.

For dogs with relatively clean coats who mostly lounge around the house, every 4–6 weeks is a wonderful maintenance routine.

There’s no strict schedule—the rinse is designed to gently support the skin and coat whenever your dog could use a refresh.

No. Forest Dog is a concentrated herbal rinse, not a cleanser.

Use it after bathing, after rinsing off mud, after swimming, or anytime you simply rinse your dog with water. It leaves beneficial botanical compounds on the coat to support healthy skin—and it can also be used in place of dog shampoo altogether.

No.

Dilute the concentrate with water, pour or spray it over your dog’s coat, massage it in, and let it air dry.

Absolutely.

Many owners use Forest Dog as a quick coat refresher between full baths.

When concentrated, you’ll notice the natural scent of raw apple cider vinegar.

Once diluted and applied to the coat, the vinegar scent fades as it dries, leaving behind a clean, fresh-smelling coat without perfumes or artificial fragrances.

Forest Dog was formulated with gentle organic botanicals chosen specifically for sensitive skin.

However, avoid applying it to open wounds, the eyes, or inside the ears. If your dog has extensive skin disease or severe irritation, consult your veterinarian before use.

Yes.

Because Forest Dog contains only organic herbs infused into raw apple cider vinegar with no essential oils or synthetic fragrances, it’s gentle enough for most puppies.

Yes.

The ingredients are food-grade botanicals infused into raw organic apple cider vinegar. Occasional grooming or licking after application is generally not a concern.

Forest Dog contains organic:

• Chamomile

• Calendula

• Nettle Leaf

• Plantain Leaf

• Oat Straw

Each herb is slowly infused over several weeks into raw organic apple cider vinegar.

Great question!

Forest Dog is a water-free concentrate. This allows the herbs to remain highly concentrated and gives the product an excellent shelf life without preservatives.

You’ll simply dilute it with water before each use.

Mix approximately 1–2 tablespoons of concentrate per 1 cup of water.

There’s no need to be exact—this is a forgiving botanical rinse.

No.

Forest Dog is not a pesticide or flea/tick preventative and makes no claims to prevent or treat parasites. It’s designed to support healthy skin, coat vitality, and the skin microbiome.

No.

Forest Dog was formulated specifically for dogs.

Many dogs with sensitive skin do very well with Forest Dog because it contains no essential oils, perfumes, detergents, or harsh preservatives.

As with any topical product, if your dog has known sensitivities to any ingredient, discontinue use.

Because Forest Dog is concentrated, one bottle makes many diluted applications.

The exact number depends on your dog’s size and coat length, but most owners find a bottle lasts considerably longer than a ready-to-use rinse.

Absolutely. Dogs were made to explore. Whether your dog swims in lakes, rolls in the grass, hikes wooded trails, or simply finds every mud puddle available, Forest Dog is gentle enough to become part of your regular post-adventure routine.

I’m always happy to help. If you don’t see your question answered here, send me an email at hello@twotailswellness.com. I personally respond to every message because I want you to feel confident caring for your dog.