Our Clean Ingredient Promise
At The Canine Project®, we strive to use the cleanest, human-grade ingredients to ensure our products are both safe and effective. We believe our dogs deserve the same quality of care we give our own skin, which is why every ingredient is chosen with purpose and integrity. Our formulations are always non-toxic, gentle on your dog’s skin, and even safe for them to lick. With a commitment to transparency, you can trust that our products are crafted with the same standard of care and love we bring to our own skincare.
Gentle Care for Your Dog: Human-Grade Ingredients with Perfect pH Balance!
At The Canine Project®, we carefully formulate every skincare product at the ideal pH range of 6.5 to 7.5, so it’s gentle, effective, and safe for both dogs and the humans who love them. A dog’s skin is more delicate than ours, and keeping products in this neutral to slightly alkaline pH range helps protect their skin barrier, reduce irritation, and support natural healing. At the same time, our hands are always touching, grooming, and caring for our dogs—so the products we use should feel just as safe and soothing on our skin as well. By creating formulas that respect the balance of both canine and human skin, we make every touch a moment of comfort and care.
DAILY RE:FRESH.™ Ingredients
Derived from the aloe plant to add moisture to skin and soften coat.
Plant based ingredient with antibacterial properties and can help cleanse the skin. It can also help prevent moisture loss and lubricate the skin.
A natural compound found in plants through the fermentation of sugars or in animal and plant fats via hydrolysis. As a humectant, glycerin draws water into the outer layer of the skin from deeper skin layers and the air, providing essential moisture and keeping your dog's skin hydrated and healthy.
A mixture of plant based essential oils that leaves a natural, spa-like scent on dogs’ coat.
At low levels, propylene glycol is often used to improve moisturizing benefits of a skincare product, as it has a high affinity for water, Humectants pull water into the skin and help keep it there for more supple, hydrated skin. The FDA considers propylene glycol safe for use in food as an additive that is “generally recognized as safe.”
Promotes skin renewal and cell turnover.
Has anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties.
A mild preservative with antibacterial and antifungal properties that ensure skincare products are shelf-stable and remain hygienic for use in your daily routine.
A plant-derived surfactant that facilitates the breakdown of dirt and oil on the skin. Comprised of renewable, natural sources like corn and coconut, a preferable eco-friendly option.
A derivative of coconut and glucose, coco glucoside is a surfactant that helps to lift dirt and oil from the skin.
Naturally derived from citrus fruits, it is known for its gentle exfoliating and pH-balancing properties that promote a healthy moisture barrier. Eco-friendly and biodegradable, citric acid also works as a natural degreaser while also neutralizing odors.
BEYOND THE FUR™ Ingredients
Moisturizes skin, promotes healing, reduces irritations, and improves overall appearance of skin.
Skin moisturization, anti-inflammatory, and used as a treatment for skin barrier disruption.
Natural astringent; anti-fungal, anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial; cytophylactic (promotes healthy cell growth and cellular turnover).
Helps wounds heal faster; increases blood flow and oxygen to support new tissue growth; improves skin hydration; anti-microbial.
Anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial; soothes and supports healthy skin and a shiny coat.
Anti-inflammatory; cools and helps shrink inflamed tissues.
Anti-bacterial, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and anti-microbial.
Soothes irritation and inflammation; anti-bacterial, anti-microbial; skin-conditioning.
Anti-microbial, anti-fungal, anti-viral, and anti-inflammatory.
Anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial, antioxidant, antiseptic, and anti-bacterial.
Anti-inflammatory.
Anti-bacterial, anti-fungal; moisturizes and soothes inflammation.
Gluconolactone: Promotes skin renewal and cell turnover. Sodium Benzoate: Anti-fungal and anti-bacterial.
Humectant; hydrates skin and locks in moisture.
Popular humectant that draws moisture from the air into the skin, keeping it hydrated and soft, helping prevent dryness and irritation.
Non-ionic surfactant/solubilizer known for low-irritant properties; suitable for sensitive formulations; leaves a smooth, velvety feel on skin.
BEST BARKIN' WIPES™ Ingredients
Demineralized water is used for its exceptional purity and gentleness on dog's skin. Free from minerals and contaminants, this water ensures thorough cleaning without irritation, making it ideal for sensitive skin. It's safe for your dog to lick and enhances the effectiveness of other soothing ingredients. Additionally, demineralized water prevents mineral buildup, keeping your dog's skin smooth and healthy after each use.
A proprietary blend of limonene extracted from lemon oil, orange oil, and other essential oils; contributing to a fresh, clean aloe scent.
A natural compound found in plants through the fermentation of sugars or in animal and plant fats via hydrolysis. As a humectant, glycerin draws water into the outer layer of the skin from deeper skin layers and the air, providing essential moisture and keeping your dog's skin hydrated and healthy.
At low levels, propylene glycol is often used to improve moisturizing benefits of a skincare product, as it has a high affinity for water, Humectants pull water into the skin and help keep it there for more supple, hydrated skin. The FDA considers propylene glycol safe for use in food as an additive that is "generally recognized as safe".
It's a mild surfactant, or cleansing agent, derived from glucose and found in plants. Generally considered safe for skin and is often used in products for sensitive skin.
Acts as an emulsifier in skincare products, such as lotions, creams, and cleansers. It helps active ingredients penetrate deeper into the skin and enhance the spreadability of formulations. It's generally considered gentle enough for sensitive skin and is biodegradable.
An antiseptic antibacterial agent that's commonly used to prevent the growth of bacteria on the skin, which can help reduce the risk of infection. It's been used in healthcare for over 60 years and has a low potential for causing skin reactions like irritation, allergic contact sensitization, and phototoxicity.
A mild preservative with antibacterial and antifungal properties that ensure skincare products are shelf-stable and remain hygienic for use in your daily routine.
Eco-Friendly Materials for a Sustainable Future
At The Canine Project®, we're committed to environmental responsibility. Our wipes are made with biodegradable, eco-friendly cellulose fibers, ensuring they break down naturally without harming the environment. The packaging is recyclable, and we've minimized plastic use throughout our production process. By choosing our products, you're not just caring for your pet - you're caring for our planet too.
The Jan and Nancy “NO” List
Quality and Safety in Each Product
Co-founders Jan Sprung and Nancy Novograd bring our unique expertise to The Canine Project®, ensuring quality and safety in every product. With Jan's extensive career in luxury beauty and skincare and Nancy's experience as a celebrity dog talent professional, we've created the Jan and Nancy "No" List – No to: PEGS, Parabens, Sulfates, Phthalates, or SLS
Scientific Research
This list, informed by scientific research, guides us on what to avoid in our formulations. We rigorously vet our ingredients based on the Environmental Working Group's standards, ensuring the highest efficacy and safety for both dogs and humans. At The Canine Project®, we use only the best ingredients that are safe for dogs, people, and the planet.