Frothing: The Why Video
Frothing: The Why, Explained
In this Teaching Moment, Dr. Cliff Faver, DVM explains the reason behind frothing, one of the core Iv San Bernard bathing techniques.
What Is Frothing?
Frothing means whisking diluted Iv San Bernard shampoo or conditioner in a bowl until it becomes a thick, stable foam, like meringue, then brushing that foam onto the pet instead of pouring liquid over the coat.
Why Frothing Works
- Cleans more efficiently: whisking breaks large globules of soap into many smaller ones, increasing the surface area that grabs dirt.
- Less product down the drain: foam stays on the coat where it is needed.
- Even coverage: foam spreads easily into dense coats and down to the skin.
- Lower cost per bath: a small amount of concentrated product goes much further.
- Gentler bathing: with contact time doing the work, there is no need for harsh scrubbing.
How to Froth Pet Shampoo and Conditioner
- Dilute the product about 1 part product to 3 parts water in a bowl.
- Whisk briskly until it forms a thick foam.
- Brush or work the foam onto the pet, starting with the oiliest or most affected areas.
- Leave it on for about 5 minutes, then rinse.
- Repeat with conditioner.
Read more in Why Whisk?, Quantity Control and Re-Think How You Apply Product, and find mixing bowls in our bathing tools.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is frothing in pet grooming?
Frothing is whisking diluted shampoo or conditioner into a thick foam and applying the foam to the coat, then leaving it on for about 5 minutes before rinsing.
Why should I froth dog shampoo?
Frothing breaks the soap into smaller particles that grab more dirt, spreads product evenly, and keeps it on the pet instead of running down the drain, so you use less product per bath.
How much water do I mix with Iv San Bernard shampoo for frothing?
Dilute about 1 part product to 3 parts water, then whisk into a foam.