Bottles vs. Bars: Why Switching Your Dog’s Shampoo Saves Money and Plastic

Why Bottled Shampoo Costs More Than You Think

Most liquid shampoos are 70–80% water. That means when you buy a bottle, you’re mostly paying to ship water and plastic. A quick look on Amazon shows:

• PET CARE Sciences Puppy Shampoo, 16 oz → about $0.94 per ounce

• Earth Rated Soothing Dog Shampoo, 16 oz → about $0.95 per ounce

At around $1 per ounce, a medium-sized dog can burn through a $15 bottle in just a handful of washes. And when it’s empty? Into the recycling bin (if it even makes it there—only about 30% of PET bottles are recycled in the U.S.).

How Shampoo Bars Stretch Further

Shampoo bars are ultra-concentrated because they don’t contain all that extra water. Instead, every ounce is packed with active ingredients.

Brands like Besdee have shown that one shampoo bar replaces up to three full bottles of liquid shampoo. That works out to around 80 washes per bar.

Even if a bar costs $10–15 up front, the cost per wash is often half—or even less—than bottled shampoo. And instead of tossing three bottles, you finish one small compostable paper box.

Why Bars Make Sense for Dog Parents

Dogs don’t need daily baths, but when they do need a full wash, bars are:

• Long-lasting: One bar can outlive multiple bottles.

• Travel-friendly: No leaks, no TSA liquid limits.

• Planet-friendly: Minimal packaging, no heavy water shipped across the ocean.

And unlike bottles that get slippery and hard to portion out, bars are easy to rub directly onto your dog’s coat, producing rich lather without overusing product.

The Besdee Difference

At Besdee, we believe dog care should clean well, be eco-friendly, and cost-effective. Our shampoo bars are designed to be:

Long-Lasting – Each bar gives up to 10 full washes on a large dog, and even more on small or medium dogs. That is a 1$ per wash, not per oz like liquid shampoos. 

pH Balanced for Dogs – Gentle on skin, safe for regular use, and designed to support a healthy coat.

Foam & Spread Easily – No more struggling to lather; our bars create a rich, creamy foam that spreads smoothly through even thick coats.

Skip the plastic altogether with recyclable or compostable packaging.

Pair perfectly with our paw wash kits and dry shampoos for a full dog care routine that cuts waste at every step.

Choose Your Bar:

• • • ʻĪlio Bars – Lightly scented with pet safe essential oils for a fresh, clean finish.

    • Tank’s Bar (coming soon!) – Unscented, with a naturally clean aroma that comes straight from the high-quality ingredients inside. Tank's bar was created for older pups who need a gentle formula and odor control. 

Switching from bottles to bars might feel small, but the impact is big: fewer plastic bottles, lower cost per wash, and a healthier planet. When you add it all up, it’s not just better for your pup’s skin and coat—it’s better for your wallet and the world we share.

👉 Try Besdee’s eco-friendly shampoo bars today and see how much further your clean can go.