A budget-friendly, soap-free oatmeal and aloe shampoo that works well for occasional touch-ups on cats and dogs with dry or itchy skin, though it is a basic formula without extra grooming extras.
Cat and dog owners who want an affordable, soap-free shampoo to soothe mild dry or itchy skin between regular baths.
Skip if
Your cat has ongoing skin allergies that need a medicated or vet-directed formula, or you want a shampoo made only for cats.
Form Liquid
Benefits Soothing
Weight 0.85 Pounds
Priced 38% below the category median ($16.99 across 38 tracked models)
Our scorecard
4.5/5overall
Owner rating4.6/5
4.6 average across 266 owner ratings
Popularity2.0/5
266 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
Davis Oatmeal and Aloe is a 12-ounce liquid shampoo built around a soap-free base with oatmeal and aloe vera, aimed at soothing itchy skin on both cats and dogs. It's a straightforward grooming product rather than a specialty treatment, which keeps the price low and the routine simple.
At 0.85 pounds for the bottle, it's an easy size to keep by the sink or in a grooming bag. The soap-free formula is worth noting for cat owners since soap-based shampoos can be harsher on a cat's skin and coat.
With a 4.6 rating across 266 reviews, buyers seem satisfied with how it performs as an everyday shampoo, though the lower monthly purchase count suggests it's a smaller-volume, niche pick rather than a bestseller.
Pros
Soap-free formula is gentler on sensitive cat skin
Aloe vera helps soothe irritation during bathing
Works across both cats and dogs, useful for multi-pet households
Affordable at around $10.50 for a 12-ounce bottle
Strong 4.6 average rating
Cons
Not a medicated formula, so it won't address ongoing allergies or skin conditions
Marketed for both cats and dogs rather than cat-specific
Lower monthly purchase volume than some competing shampoos
Specifications
Form
Liquid
Benefits
Soothing
Weight
0.85 Pounds
Performance notes
The liquid form and soap-free, aloe vera based formula point to a gentle everyday wash rather than a treatment shampoo. The 12-ounce size and 0.85-pound weight make it a manageable bottle for regular use, and the itchy-skin use case on the label lines up with the oatmeal and aloe combination.
What buyers say
A 4.6 average across 266 reviews suggests most buyers are happy with how gentle and effective it is for routine washing, though the review count is modest compared to some of the bigger names in cat shampoo.
Is this shampoo safe for cats with sensitive skin?
It's a soap-free formula with aloe vera, which is generally milder than soap-based shampoos. That said, it's not a medicated product, so cats with ongoing skin issues may need something a vet recommends specifically.
Can I use this on both my cat and my dog?
Yes, the label lists both cats and dogs as target species, so one bottle can cover a multi-pet household.
How often should I use an oatmeal and aloe shampoo like this?
Cats typically need far less frequent bathing than dogs, so save this for occasional baths or when your cat's coat needs a soothing wash rather than a strict schedule.
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