Safe Non-Toxic Sunscreen for Dogs by Sun Worshiper Sunscreen

Dogs love to sunbathe during the warm summer months, lying on their backs, soaking in the sun, with their feet up in the air.

Despite their furry appearance, dogs are at risk of sunburn and skin damage from prolonged sun exposure, just like humans. And just like humans, they should wear sunscreen, say veterinarians across the country.  Prolonged sun exposure without protection can result in painful sunburns, skin ulcers, and skin diseases.

Dogs often sport very short haircuts for the summer, but short coats can expose the skin and put the dogs at risk of sunburn.  Light colored dogs and those with pink or light-colored noses are most in need of sunscreen or sunblock. Dogs with thin, very short, or missing fur are particularly sensitive to the sun.

Sunscreen should be applied to various sun-sensitive areas such as the tips of the ears, the skin around the lips, nose, belly, and groin areas. Dr. Fitzgerald adds,  Dogs with black noses should have sunscreen applied to the sensitive skin at the point where the skin on the muzzle meets the wet nose leather.
Applying a small amount of the sunscreen first and watching for any type of allergic reaction before applying it to a larger or more sensitive area.  With Sun Worshiper Sunscreens all natural ingredients there have been no allergic reactions from any of the pets who have used our sunscreen.
When choosing a sunscreen, look for one specially created for dogs.  Watch out for licking — though pet-specific products are usually non-toxic, if the dog licks it off, it will decrease the effectiveness and need to be reapplied more frequently.
You can find our complete line of Sunscreens for your pets at sunworshipersunscreen.com