Training Your Dog for Grooming

Grooming your dog can be a dreaded task for both you and your dog, but with training, your dog can get used to a grooming routine and avoid all the fuss you experienced before. Some dogs had bad experiences while being bombed, brushed, bathed or trimmed their nails, so your dogs think they will go through that experience again. Whatever reasons your dog has to refuse grooming, you can do something about it to make your dog as comfortable as possible.

The secret of easy dog grooming is to train her as early as possible. However, if adopted an adult dog, this can be a problem. For a successful grooming routine, you need to buy the right equipments and provide enough time for you to clean your dog from head to toe. The good thing about grooming your dog by yourself is that it only takes an initial investment to buy the equipments and you won’t have to pay for a dog groomer to do the work for you.

Once you have all the equipments you need, you have to control your dog by proper training, so you can groom him without difficulties. Your dog should be able to sit or lie steadily during the grooming process, so you can inspect each part of her coat thoroughly. As such, you should train her to “stay”, roll over her belly and sit. Find a place where your dog loves, so she can enjoy being combed and brushed on her “safety zone”.

Whatever you do, always be gentle in handling your dog. You can be firm while speaking to her, so your dog knows you’re serious, but don’t pull or push her when she won’t keep still. It is best to start off with short grooming sessions about several times a week and build up to longer sessions once your dog is used to handling.

Follow these steps and you’ll see that your dog is starting to have a great time bonding with you. As long as you give enough time to keep your dog clean and well groomed, the grooming process won’t be a dreaded task.脗聽 Learn more in our article about Refining Dog Grooming Manners.