TropiClean Max Strength Flea and Tick Shampoo Treatment for Dogs
- Dog Shampoo
- 20 fl oz
- 20 fl oz
- 1.5 pounds
- More reviewed than 81%
Sesame oil stands in for a synthetic pesticide in this flea and tick wash, a reasonable pick for treating an active infestation rather than long-term prevention.
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How it ranks among the 131 dog shampoos we track
4.5★ across 6,657 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
6,657 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
2,000+ bought on Amazon last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
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Overview
TropiClean's max-strength flea and tick shampoo comes in a 20 ounce, made-in-USA bottle built around sesame oil as its active ingredient. Formulated for large and small dogs at any life stage.
TropiClean pitches this as a natural defense product rather than a pesticide-based treatment, built around a plant-derived active ingredient instead of synthetic pyrethroids common in flea shampoos. That trade-off usually means gentler use on skin but a treatment, not a months-long preventive like a topical or collar. The gluten-free note on the label matters mainly for owners managing a dog's broader ingredient sensitivities, not for flea efficacy itself.
- 20 fluid ounce bottle, made in USA
- Active ingredient: Sesamum indicum (sesame oil)
- Ranked #3 in Dog Flea Control Shampoos
- Gluten free formula for all life stages
Who it's for
Owners bathing a dog that already has fleas or ticks, wanting a natural-ingredient wash rather than a chemical dip, are the fit here. Households wanting month-long prevention should look elsewhere, since a shampoo's protection ends once the coat dries.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Made in the USA with a plant-derived active ingredient
- Formulated for large and small dogs, all life stages
- 20 oz bottle sized for repeat baths
- Protection ends once the dog is rinsed and dried
- No stated duration of flea or tick knockdown
Performance notes
The active ingredient is Sesamum indicum, sesame oil, rather than a synthetic pesticide, and the shampoo is described as gluten free with a max-strength scent formula. As a wash-off product, its effect is tied to the bath itself; it does not leave a residual barrier the way a spot-on treatment or collar does.
Specifications
| Brand | TropiClean |
|---|---|
| Model | FTMXSH20Z |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 1.5 pounds |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Volume | 20 fl oz |
| Age Range Description | All Life Stages |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 20 fl oz |
| Included Components | TropiClean Natural* Flea & Tick Maximum Strength Shampoo for Dogs, 20oz |
| Other details | |
| Item Type Name | TropiClean Natural* Flea & Tick Maximum Strength Shampoo for Dogs, 20oz - Made in USA |
| Manufacturer Part Number | FTMXSH20Z |
| Allergen Information | Gluten Free |
| Model Number | FTMXSH20Z |
| Scent Name | Max Strength |
| Active Ingredients | Sesamum Indicum |
| Target Species | Dog |
| Upc | 645095202573 |
| Asin | B01EUMTKLS |
| Customer Reviews | {'ratings_count': '6,657', 'stars': '4.5'} |
| Manufacturer | Cosmos Corporation |
| Best Sellers Rank | #3,036 in Pet Supplies (See Top 100 in Pet Supplies) #3 in Dog Flea Control Shampoos |
| Item Form | Liquid |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in dog shampoos.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| TropiClean Max Strength Flea and Tick Shampoo Treatment for DogsThis product | 4.5 / 5 | 6,657 | 4.3 / 5 |
| earthbath, Oatmeal & Aloe Dog Shampoo - Oatmeal Shampoo for Dogs, Itchy, Dry Skin Relief…earthbath | 4.7 / 5 | 8,500 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Douxo S3 PYO Medicated Dog Shampoo with 3% Chlorhexidine for DogsDouxo | 4.7 / 5 | 7,800 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Wahl USA Dry Skin & Itch Relief Pet Shampoo for DogsWAHL | 4.6 / 5 | 42,700 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Arm & Hammer Deodorizing Dog Shampoo with Baking Soda for Odor ControlARM | 4.6 / 5 | 22,400 | 4.6 / 5 |
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Questions about the TropiClean FTMXSH20Z
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What is the active ingredient in TropiClean's max strength flea shampoo?
Sesamum indicum, or sesame oil, is the listed active ingredient rather than a synthetic pesticide.
Is this shampoo suitable for puppies?
The listing covers all life stages, but check the label's age guidance before bathing a very young puppy.
Does this shampoo prevent fleas long-term?
No, it is a wash-off treatment; the label does not claim residual prevention after the bath.