Owners dealing with heavy shedding or itchy skin who want a soothing wash with aloe vera and wheat germ oil worked into the formula.
Skip if
You want a fragrance-free option, since this one carries a Fresh scent, or you need a formula built specifically for cats rather than dual dog and cat use.
Form Lotion
Benefits Soothing
Weight 1.16 Pounds
Priced 18% above the category median ($16.99 across 38 tracked models)
Our scorecard
4.3/5overall
Owner rating4.4/5
4.4 average across 264 owner ratings
Popularity1.7/5
264 owner reviews, fewer than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other dog and cat food, health, gear and grooming we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
Top Performance's Shed Patrol shampoo is a lotion-form wash built around wheat germ oil and aloe vera, positioned to soothe itchy skin while helping manage shedding during the bath. It's sold in a 17 oz bottle and is meant for use on both dogs and cats.
The Fresh scent and lotion consistency suggest a wash designed to feel gentle going on while still tackling loose coat during a grooming session, rather than a purely medicated or unscented product. At 1.16 lb, the bottle is a standard at-home grooming size.
With 264 ratings averaging 4.4 stars, it has a moderate but positive review record, and stock was noted as limited at the time of listing, with 0 units reportedly bought in the most recent tracked month.
Pros
Wheat germ oil and aloe vera formula aimed at soothing itchy skin
Marketed for de-shedding, useful during heavy shed seasons
Solid 4.4 star average rating
Works across both dogs and cats in one bottle
Cons
Scented (Fresh) formula, not ideal if you prefer fragrance-free products
Smaller review count (264) compared to some higher-volume competitors
Listed stock was limited at time of review, so check current availability
Specifications
Form
Lotion
Benefits
Soothing
Weight
1.16 Pounds
Performance notes
The lotion form combined with wheat germ oil and aloe vera points to a conditioning, itch-soothing wash rather than a thin rinse-and-go shampoo, and the de-shedding positioning suggests it's meant to loosen and lift out dead fur during the bath. At 17 fluid ounces, it's sized for regular home grooming use.
What buyers say
A 4.4 average across 264 reviews reflects a generally positive but more modest track record than some larger-volume shampoos in this category, worth weighing against your priorities.
It's marketed as a de-shedding formula meant to help loosen and remove loose fur during bathing, but results can vary by coat type. Regular brushing alongside bathing typically helps the most with shedding.
Is it safe for cats with itchy or sensitive skin?
The formula includes aloe vera and is positioned to soothe itchy skin, and it's labeled for use on both cats and dogs. If your cat has a diagnosed skin condition, check with your vet before switching shampoos.
What does the Fresh scent smell like?
The listing doesn't go into detail beyond naming it a Fresh scent. If your cat reacts poorly to scented grooming products, consider testing on a small area first or choosing a fragrance-free alternative.
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