Oatcare Oatmeal Shampoo is formulated with colloidal oatmeal to aid the treatment of dry, itchy, irritated skin. These skin conditions may be caused by fleas, steroid treatments, and allergies. Colloidal oatmeal is an anti-pruritic skin protectant, a natural source of whole vegetable protein which leaves the coat smooth and soft to the touch. OATCARE is completely hypo-allergenic, non-alcoholic, safe for puppies and kittens over 6 weeks of age, safe for the environment, and easy on the groomer’s hands.