My question is, if you have to give your Newf a proper bath, what would you recommend (shampoo, etc) given that from what I've always understood you shouldn't use soaps on your dog as it strips the natural oils, etc?
I use Mane n Tail for general bathing and All Systems if they really need a good cleaning or when I'm bathing for a show. I really like the Mane n Tail, its mild on Baxter's Skin and inexspensive.
I use Groomer's Edge midnight white for Capri and Vera as a shampoo. It works very well!! I use Groomer's edge conditioner for them too. Makes the fur really nice!
We used Coat Handler a few times, but i feel that GE is better for them. Coat Handler makes the fur too fluffy, as the GE brings their colour out better and makes the fur nicer.
*blushing in shame* I use baby shampoo and Suave conditioner...green apple scented. I think I'll be switching to some 2 in 1 type though. Atticus gets his baths while I shower, and it's kind of hard on my back to be bent over in the shower for very long.