Does it wash?

Can you wash your dog too much? This wonderful weather has meant my two Springers (aka the mud monsters) come back caked in dirt and I’ve been both hosing them down and bathing them on particularly dirty days using dog shampoo.

Thankfully they enjoy bath-time, so its not a struggle, but I’m worrying whether washing them with shampoo several times a week might be damaging their coats or skin?
Anne Owen, by email

Scrubbing up well

Good evening,

Can you or your readers suggest a good doggie shampoo that contains gentle ingredients, as my Lurcher has sensitive skin? He is a long-haired Lurcher and can get quite grubby at this time of year.

Thanking you in advance.

Mrs Joy, by email