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Gou Gou Pets Shampoo for Dogs, Cats, and Horses (16oz)

$23.39

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Gou Gou Pets Herbal Therapeutic Shampoo for yeast overgrowth and skin irritation, holistic infused collection for dogs, horses, and cats, 16 fl oz

Gou Gou Pets Shampoo for Dogs, Cats, and Horses (16oz)

Gou Gou Pets Natural Pet Shampoo is a line of six naturally-derived herbal and essential oil shampoos formulated for dogs, cats, and horses. Each 16 oz formula is designed to address a specific wellness need - from soothing skin irritation to supporting calm, boosting energy, or simply delivering a clean, conditioned coat. All formulas are sulfate-free, cruelty-free, and made in the USA to GMP standards.

Choose Your Formula

  • Therapeutic: For pets with skin irritation, itching, flaking, or yeast concerns. A four-herb TCVM dermatology blend - Bai Bu, Bai Xian Pi, Ku Shen, and She Chuang Zi - that clears Heat, resolves Dampness, relieves itching, and supports a balanced skin environment. Best for: hot spots, yeast overgrowth, inflamed or flaky skin
  • Lotus and White Tea: For coat conditioning, shine, and antioxidant-rich skin nourishment. White tea extract provides EGCG and polyphenols; He Shou Wu (a classical TCVM coat and hair herb) supports coat luster and health. Best for: dull coats, general conditioning, all-purpose grooming
  • Lemongrass: For a clean, bright, natural scent with gentle antimicrobial skin support. Lemongrass and rosemary essential oils provide a fresh aromatic profile alongside skin circulation and coat-clarifying benefits. Best for: regular grooming, scent-focused use, coat freshness
  • Inner Fuel and Energy Boosting: For active or aging pets needing vitality and circulation support. Jujube (Da Zao) and Goji Berry (Gou Qi Zi) essential oils reflect a classical TCVM Qi and Yin tonic pairing - supporting energy, healthy aging, and skin vitality. Best for: senior dogs, active dogs, pets needing an energy and circulation lift
  • Cherry Blossom and Green Tea: For antioxidant-rich cleansing and a brightening, conditioning coat finish. Green tea extract (EGCG, catechins) and cherry blossom extract (anthocyanins, flavonoids) deliver broad-spectrum antioxidant protection at the skin surface. Best for: general conditioning, brightening, antioxidant skin support
  • Calming: For anxious or stressed pets. A five-ingredient calming blend combining lavender, bergamot, and geranium essential oils (aromatherapeutic anxiolytics) with He Huan Hua (Mimosa Flower, the TCVM happiness flower) and Chai Hu (Bupleurum, for Liver Qi stagnation). Best for: bath anxiety, thunderstorm anxiety, travel stress, separation anxiety

Who These Products Are For

  • Dogs, cats, and horses with skin irritation or flaking: The Therapeutic formula supports pets experiencing yeast overgrowth, itching, or inflamed skin
  • Pets needing coat conditioning and shine: Lotus and White Tea and Cherry Blossom and Green Tea formulas deliver antioxidant-rich cleansing and coat support
  • Anxious or stressed pets: The Calming formula is designed to help ease anxiety related to thunderstorms, travel, or separation
  • Active or aging pets needing circulation support: The Inner Fuel and Energy Boosting formula supports vitality and healthy circulation
  • Pet owners seeking a fresh, natural scent: The Lemongrass formula provides a clean, bright scent from natural essential oils
  • Multi-pet households: All formulas are safe for dogs, cats, and horses

How It Works

  • TCVM-inspired herbal botanicals: Each formula draws on Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine botanical traditions to target specific wellness needs through the skin and coat
  • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice: Soothes, moisturizes, and supports balanced skin pH across all formulas
  • Plant-based cleansers: Gentle lathering agents that clean thoroughly without stripping natural oils or disrupting the coat
  • Essential oil blends: Vary by formula to deliver targeted benefits - from calming and grounding to brightening and energizing
  • Sulfate-free formula: Cleans effectively without harsh detergents, making it suitable for regular grooming use on sensitive pets

Highlights

  • Formulas available: Therapeutic, Lotus and White Tea, Lemongrass, Inner Fuel and Energy Boosting, Cherry Blossom and Green Tea, and Calming
  • Species: Safe for dogs, cats, and horses
  • Formula base: TCVM-inspired herbal and essential oil blend - sulfate-free, no artificial or synthetic ingredients
  • Texture: Non-greasy and residue-free - leaves no stains on coats, clothes, or bedding
  • Certifications: GMP Standard, cruelty-free, eco-friendly, and biodegradable
  • Size: 16 oz bottle
  • Origin: Made in the USA

Ingredients

Therapeutic: Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Coconut and Plant-Based Cleansers, Betaine, Bai Bu (Stemona Root) Extract, Bai Xian Pi (Dittany Bark) Extract, Ku Shen (Sophora Root) Extract, She Chuang Zi (Cnidium Fruit) Extract, Natural Fragrance, Guar Gum, Natural Preservative, Bittering Agent.

Lotus and White Tea: Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Coconut and Plant-Based Cleansers, Betaine, Lotus Essential Oil, White Tea Extract, He Shou Wu (Polygoni Multiflori - Knotweed) Extract, Natural Fragrance, Guar Gum, Natural Preservative.

Lemongrass: Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Coconut and Plant-Based Cleansers, Betaine, Lemongrass Essential Oil, Rosemary Essential Oil, Natural Fragrance, Guar Gum, Natural Preservative.

Inner Fuel and Energy Boosting: Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Coconut and Plant-Based Cleansers, Betaine, Jujube Essential Oil, Goji Berry Essential Oil, Natural Fragrance, Guar Gum, Natural Preservative.

Cherry Blossom and Green Tea: Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Coconut and Plant-Based Cleansers, Betaine, Green Tea Extract, Cherry Blossom Extract, Natural Fragrance, Guar Gum, Natural Preservative.

Calming: Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Coconut and Plant-Based Cleansers, Betaine, Lavender Essential Oil, Bergamot Essential Oil, Geranium Essential Oil, He Huan Hua (Mimosa Flower) Extract, Chai Hu (Bupleurum) Extract, Fragrance, Guar Gum, Natural Preservative.

Active Ingredient Breakdown by Formula

Therapeutic Formula

Formulated for pets with skin irritation, flaking, yeast overgrowth, or itching. The active botanicals are classical TCVM herbs used for skin conditions involving Wind, Dampness, and Heat patterns.

  • Bai Bu (Stemona Root) Extract: A classical TCVM herb with a long history of topical use for skin conditions involving itching and insect-related irritation. Stemona root alkaloids (stemonine, tuberostemonine) have demonstrated antiparasitic and antipruritic activity. In TCVM, Bai Bu is Warm and Bitter/Sweet with Lung affinity - used to kill parasites and relieve itching
  • Bai Xian Pi (Dittany Bark) Extract: A primary TCVM dermatology herb that clears Heat and resolves Dampness. Classically used for red, itchy, or weeping skin patterns corresponding to yeast overgrowth, hot spots, and inflammatory skin disease. Contains dictamnine alkaloids with demonstrated anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial activity
  • Ku Shen (Sophora Root) Extract: One of the most widely used TCVM herbs for skin disease, addressing the root (Heat-Damp) and branch (itching) of dermatological conditions. Primary alkaloids matrine and oxymatrine have demonstrated antipruritic, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties. In TCVM, Ku Shen is Cold and Bitter with Heart and Liver affinity - specific for Heat-Damp skin conditions with significant itching
  • She Chuang Zi (Cnidium Fruit) Extract: Dries Dampness and kills parasites - complementing Ku Shen's Heat-clearing action by addressing the Damp component of mixed Heat-Damp skin patterns. Primary coumarin osthol has demonstrated anti-inflammatory, antipruritic, and antifungal activity. In TCVM, She Chuang Zi is Warm and Acrid/Bitter with Kidney affinity

Lotus and White Tea Formula

Formulated for coat conditioning, shine, and overall skin nourishment. Active ingredients provide antioxidant and coat-supportive benefits.

  • Lotus Essential Oil: Derived from Nelumbo nucifera, provides skin-softening and conditioning properties with a clean, floral scent. In TCVM, lotus is associated with the Heart and Spleen, carrying a cooling, calming energetic quality that harmonizes the spirit while nourishing the skin
  • White Tea Extract: Rich in catechins, polyphenols, and EGCG - among the most potent naturally occurring antioxidants. The least processed form of tea, providing antioxidant protection for the skin and coat, a balanced skin environment, and natural antimicrobial properties. In TCVM, white tea is Cool and slightly Bitter/Sweet, clearing Heat and supporting the skin's defensive Wei Qi
  • He Shou Wu (Polygoni Multiflori - Knotweed) Extract: A deeply nourishing TCVM herb classically associated with coat and hair health - used for hair loss, premature graying, and poor coat quality attributed to Liver Blood and Kidney Essence deficiency. Stilbene glycosides and emodin are its primary active constituents with demonstrated antioxidant and skin-supportive properties. Topically, supports coat luster, strength, and health

Lemongrass Formula

Formulated for a clean, fresh natural scent with gentle skin and coat support. A simple, aromatic formula appropriate for regular grooming use.

  • Lemongrass Essential Oil (Cymbopogon citratus): Primary active constituent citral is a natural aldehyde with documented antimicrobial and antifungal properties supporting a balanced skin environment. In TCVM, lemongrass carries a Warm, Acrid nature - moving Qi, dispersing stagnation, and supporting normal skin circulation
  • Rosemary Essential Oil (Rosmarinus officinalis): Primary compounds rosmarinic acid, carnosic acid, and 1,8-cineole have demonstrated antioxidant, antimicrobial, and circulation-stimulating activity. Contributes an herbal, clarifying note and supports skin circulation through warming stimulant properties. In TCVM, rosemary is Warm and Acrid with Spleen and Kidney affinity - warming Yang, moving Qi and Blood, and supporting healthy follicle function

Inner Fuel and Energy Boosting Formula

Formulated to support vitality and circulation in active or aging pets. Active ingredients reflect classical TCVM tonic herbs supporting Qi, Yin, and Jing.

  • Jujube Essential Oil (Ziziphus jujuba - Da Zao): Derived from one of the most widely used Qi and Blood tonics in Chinese herbal medicine. Da Zao is Sweet and Warm with Spleen and Stomach affinity, tonifying the Middle Jiao and supporting Qi and Blood production. Constituents including betulinic acid and oleanolic acid support skin conditioning and normal circulation. The grounding, mildly sweet scent also carries a calming secondary benefit
  • Goji Berry Essential Oil (Lycium barbarum - Gou Qi Zi): Derived from a premier Liver and Kidney Yin tonic and one of the most valued longevity herbs in the Chinese materia medica. Gou Qi Zi is Sweet and Neutral with Liver and Kidney affinity, nourishing Yin, replenishing Jing, and supporting healthy aging. Constituents including zeaxanthin, betaine, and polysaccharides support antioxidant defense and skin vitality. The Da Zao and Gou Qi Zi pairing reflects a classical TCVM Qi and Yin tonic combination

Cherry Blossom and Green Tea Formula

Formulated for antioxidant-rich cleansing and coat conditioning. A gentle, widely suitable formula for regular use.

  • Green Tea Extract (Camellia sinensis): Provides EGCG, catechins, and polyphenols supporting antioxidant defense at the skin surface, antimicrobial properties, and a balanced skin environment. One of the most extensively studied plant antioxidants. In TCVM, green tea is Cool and Bitter/Sweet - clearing Heat, supporting the skin's Wei Qi, and contributing a calming energetic quality
  • Cherry Blossom Extract (Prunus serrulata): Rich in flavonoids, anthocyanins, and phytonutrients supporting skin brightening, antioxidant protection, and normal cell turnover. Drawn from Japanese skincare traditions for its brightening and smoothing properties. In TCVM, cherry blossom carries a Cool, Sweet nature with Heart and Liver affinity - nourishing Blood and supporting the skin's surface appearance

Calming Formula

Formulated to support calm and ease anxiety related to bathing, thunderstorms, travel, or separation. Active ingredients combine aromatherapeutic essential oils with classical TCVM Shen-calming herbs.

  • Lavender Essential Oil (Lavandula angustifolia): The most widely studied aromatherapeutic essential oil for anxiety and stress. Primary constituent linalool has demonstrated GABAergic activity - modulating the same calming neurotransmitter pathway targeted by anxiolytic medications. In TCVM, lavender is Cool and Acrid - calming the Shen, clearing Heat, and moving Liver Qi stagnation
  • Bergamot Essential Oil (Citrus bergamia): Active constituents linalool and linalyl acetate support calm through olfactory pathways similar to lavender. Documented anxiolytic and mood-supportive properties. In TCVM, bergamot is Cool and Acrid/Bitter with Liver and Lung affinity - moving Liver Qi, resolving constraint, and supporting the smooth flow of emotion and energy
  • Geranium Essential Oil (Pelargonium graveolens): A floral, balancing essential oil that supports emotional balance and skin health. Complements lavender and bergamot in the calming blend. In TCVM, geranium is Neutral to slightly Warm - harmonizing Qi and Blood and supporting Heart Shen stability
  • He Huan Hua (Mimosa Flower) Extract: Known as the happiness flower in Chinese medicine and one of the primary TCVM herbs for emotional distress, anxiety, irritability, and insomnia from Shen unrest. Sweet and Neutral with Heart and Liver affinity - calms the Shen, relieves constraint, and harmonizes emotional Qi. Its inclusion reflects authentic TCVM botanical selection: a targeted herbal action, not merely a fragrance ingredient
  • Chai Hu (Bupleurum) Extract: A major TCVM Liver herb used to resolve Liver Qi stagnation - the underlying pattern in anxiety, emotional constraint, and stress-related reactivity in TCVM diagnosis. Harmonizes the Liver and Spleen, raises Yang, and is foundational in classical formulas for emotional and stress-related conditions. Paired with He Huan Hua, it addresses both the symptom (agitation, anxiety) and the underlying pattern (Liver Qi constraint)

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I choose the right formula for my pet?

Choose based on your pet's primary need. The Therapeutic formula is best for pets with skin irritation, flaking, or yeast concerns. Calming suits anxious pets. Inner Fuel and Energy Boosting supports active or aging pets. Lotus and White Tea or Cherry Blossom and Green Tea are excellent all-purpose options for coat conditioning and shine. Lemongrass is a great choice if you prefer a fresh, bright natural scent.

Are all formulas safe for cats?

Yes. All six formulas are developed for multi-species use, including cats. They use concentrated botanical extracts and essential oil blends rather than undiluted essential oils, and contain no sulfates or synthetic chemicals. As with any grooming product, monitor your cat after bathing and consult your veterinarian if any skin or behavioral changes occur.

How often should I bathe my pet with this shampoo?

For most pets, bathing once a week or as needed is appropriate. Wet your pet thoroughly with warm water, apply a small amount of shampoo and lather well, then rinse completely until the water runs clear. Shake the bottle before each use to blend the natural ingredients.

Can I use this shampoo on a horse?

Yes. All formulas are designed for use on dogs, cats, and horses. The concentrated botanical ingredients are effective for larger animals. Adjust the amount used based on your horse's coat thickness and body size, and rinse thoroughly to ensure no residue remains in the coat.

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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