No. 4: Clean without damaging

“ Beneath the fur, a secret people watches over you; nourish this invisible army with kindness.”

The microbiota is the invisible guardian of the skin.
Respecting it means avoiding dermatoses, preserving immunity, and ensuring healthy skin in the long term.

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A fascinating microscopic community lives on the surface of your dog's skin : the skin microbiota . Essential to skin health, it constitutes a first line of defense, but remains fragile.

At Dekalog , we believe that respectful care begins with the preservation of this invisible life .

What is the skin microbiota?

The microbiota is an ecosystem composed of bacteria, yeasts, viruses, and non-pathogenic parasites . It:

• Protects against external aggressions
• Regulates skin pH
• It helps with healing.
• Strengthens local immunity

This microbiota is established from birth and evolves throughout life, influenced by the environment, diet, care, or even pathologies .

Urban or rural: the environment shapes the skin flora

Studies show that dogs living in cities , less exposed to external microbial diversity, have a less varied flora , and are therefore more fragile.

This makes them more susceptible to skin disorders such as allergies.

How to take care of the skin microbiota?

1. Use appropriate skincare products

• Shampoos with a specific pH for dogs : not human products (too acidic).
• Warm water + gentle massage
• No more than one bath per week
• Opt for gentle, waterless cleansing products between baths.

2. Remove impurities without causing harm

Every day, pollutants, dust, and allergens accumulate in the coat.

• Daily brushing (depending on coat type): removes dead hair, stimulates growth, removes dust
• Gentle baths : to remove more stubborn impurities
• Controlled drying : towel or hairdryer on low heat

3. Strengthen the microbiota with targeted care

• Prebiotics : nourish good bacteria (e.g., polysaccharides, natural sugars)
• Probiotics : directly provide beneficial microorganisms (lactobacilli, bifidobacteria)

Dekalog and the care of the microbiota

Our products are formulated to respect the skin's natural balance , even on the most fragile skin.

To discover:

• Dekalog's hydrating and soothing serum : concentrated in marine and plant-based active ingredients, restores the hydrolipidic film, calms discomforts and supports the natural microbiome.
• Dekalog Refreshing Spray : enriched with purifying plants, which moisturizes the coat, refreshes and balances the skin's pH without irritating it.

🩺 In case of imbalance

When the microbiota is disrupted (dysbiosis), this can lead to:

• Itching
• Redness
• Recurrent infections

In this case, consult your veterinarian. Appropriate treatment can restore the skin's balance.