Petkin reviews: what the range is
This page won't collect star ratings for you, real customer reviews, where they exist, live on each product's own page rather than being gathered here. What follows is a straightforward look at what Petkin actually makes, since most 'Petkin reviews' searches really mean 'is this any good for what I need', and that depends on which product in the range you mean.
What Petkin makes
Petkin is a grooming and hygiene brand rather than a food or toy one. The range at Giddy Pets covers wipes for general cleaning, dental wipes and gels for teeth and breath, paw cleaners, and sun protection sticks for exposed skin and nose areas. It's a practical, repeat-purchase range rather than one built around a single hero product.
Because it spans several different jobs, dental care, general wipes, paw cleaning, sun protection, it's worth thinking about which specific need you have rather than the brand as a whole. A dog that needs help with doggy breath and one that needs muddy paws wiped down after a walk are being sold to by two different products in the same range.
How to choose within the range
For dental care, wipes suit a dog that tolerates having its teeth touched but won't accept brushing, while a gel applied without wiping suits a fussier dog, since it can often just be smeared on the gums. For general cleaning, the mega value wipe packs make sense for a household that wipes paws after every walk, while the smaller travel packs suit occasional use or a car glovebox.
Sun protection sticks are aimed at areas with thin or no fur, typically the nose, ear tips and belly on pale-skinned or short-haired animals that spend time outdoors in strong sun, rather than being needed for every dog.
Where Petkin fits alongside brushing and vet checks
None of the wipe, gel or spray products in the range are a replacement for regular tooth brushing where a dog will tolerate it, or for a vet checking teeth and gums at a routine appointment. They are best thought of as a practical addition for the days brushing doesn't happen, or for a dog that won't accept a brush at all.
Building any of these products into a regular routine, rather than reaching for them only when breath or paws are already noticeably bad, tends to give a more consistent result than occasional use.
From this brand
Everything below is in stock with us, priced with delivery worked out, and packed and posted by hand in the UK.
Reusable Washable Puppy Training Pad
A quilted, machine-washable training pad that absorbs accidents and locks in moisture with a leak-resistant base. Reusable for puppy toilet training and senior dogs, in several bone and paw prints.
From£7.99
MPS Head Cover — Breathable Dog Head & Ear Protector
A comfortable, breathable alternative to the cone of shame — protects head and ear wounds or bandages while letting your dog move freely.
From£30.99
Leucillin Antiseptic Skincare Spray for Cats & Dogs
A versatile, alcohol-free antiseptic spray that cleans, soothes, and helps protect your pet's skin from bacteria, viruses, and fungi.
From£16.49
Absorbent Cotton Gauze Swabs for Pets – Pack of 100
Highly absorbent, low-lint cotton gauze swabs produced in clean conditions — a practical first-aid essential available in three size and ply combinations.
From£4.49
MPS Medical PetS Boot – Waterproof Paw Protector
A vet-recommended waterproof boot that keeps bandages, dressings, and casts dry during walks and wet weather.
£30.49
Suitical Recovery Sleeve for Dog Front Legs — Vet Recommended
A cotton-Lycra sleeve that protects a dog's front leg wound or skin condition without restricting movement or needing a cone.
£32.99
Biodegradable Scented Dog Poo Bags — 50 or 200
Citrus-scented biodegradable poo bags with tie handles — breaking down in months rather than the centuries a standard plastic bag takes.
From£4.49
Microfibre Pet Drying Robe
A super-absorbent microfibre drying robe that soaks up the wet fast after baths, swims and walks.
From£10.99
PAWZ Rubber Dog Paw Protectors — Waterproof Disposable Boots
Lightweight rubber dog boots that protect paws from injury and the elements — easy to fit, water resistant, and available in seven sizes from Tiny to X Large.
From£15.99
AniWrap Cohesive Bandages for Dogs & Cats
Stretchy, self-adhesive cohesive bandages that stick to themselves — not to fur — so removal is completely pain-free.
From£4.99
Suitical Dog Recovery Suit — Vet-Approved Post-Op Bodysuit
A vet-approved organic cotton and Lycra onesie that protects wounds after surgery — a gentler, less stressful alternative to a cone collar.
£30.99
Absorbent Microfibre Dog Drying Robe
A super-absorbent microfibre drying robe with a handy front pocket to dry your dog off fast.
From£13.99
Common questions
- Do Petkin dental wipes actually help with bad breath?
- They can help with the day-to-day plaque and food debris that contributes to bad breath, particularly for a dog that won't tolerate brushing, but they are not a substitute for a vet check if bad breath is sudden, severe, or comes with other signs like drooling or reluctance to eat.
- Are Petkin wipes safe for cats?
- Many of the general wipes in the range are suitable for cats as well as dogs, but always check the individual product's own label and ingredient list before use, since not every item in a brand's range is formulated for both species.
- What is Petkin's sunscreen stick actually for?
- It's aimed at protecting exposed or thinly-furred skin, commonly the nose and ear tips, on animals that spend meaningful time outdoors in strong sun, particularly pale-skinned or short-coated breeds that are more prone to sunburn than a thickly-furred dog.
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Written by Matt Garnett, who runs Giddy Pets and is a lifelong pet owner — not a vet. This is general information, not veterinary advice, and it cannot replace an examination by the vet who knows your animal. How we write these guides.