18 Sep The Most Important Do’s and Don’ts In the First Dog Grooming (Part 1)

Your dog’s first experience with a groomer can shape his feeling about the trimming process for the rest of his life. You need to make sure that your dog is calm during grooming and enjoys it. The important thing is that your dog should adapt to these conditions. Much grooming can be done in an environment that your dog is used to. Grooming a dog that is familiar with this process is much easier than others. For a puppy, a  dog grooming salon can be a scary place. Puppies have never been on a grooming table, have never heard the sound of scissors or the loud sound of a hairdryer. A skilled groomer always uses friendly methods! Here are some exciting tips to help your dog spend a great day at Grooming, not a stressful day.

Dog grooming preparations

Many times, the first dog bath is done in a pet shop. In such a case, dog owners can significantly enhance their dog experience.

Trimming nails

Reach for your dog’s paws and nails. For the first time, dogs react instinctively to the touch of their paws and pull them back. They don’t like it. The dogs will eventually get used to it with a bit of caress and a friendly message of their claws. It’s a critical issue. This caress will make the process much easier for your dog’s groomer when he tries to get his nails done. The dog should be as calm as possible so that the groomer can trim his nails without injury or bleeding. It can have a detrimental effect on a puppy.

In many cases, the nail clipper or nail file is loud. An experienced and professional dog groomer knows when a puppy isn’t in the right mood. Nail trimming is essential for dogs. Overgrown nails can cause harmful conditions, bacterial growth and twisting.

Cleaning ears

Clean your dog’s ears from the first days. It would help if you gained their trust in those who want to touch their ears. Everything in the world is new to puppies. They aren’t very comfortable when a stranger tries to touch their ears. So, when you bring your puppy home for the first time, massage his ears. This message makes it normal for him to feel and clean his ears. Correcting and cleaning the ear becomes routine for him gradually, preparing him for the first grooming.

Regular brushing 

Brush your puppy regularly. It’s the first step of trimming. Even if your puppy is a short hair breed, it’s still important to brush his coat daily. Think of your own hair. You brush your hair every day to keep it healthy. This stimulates the hair follicles and is suitable for hair health.

The same goes for your dog. Brushing not only makes your dog feel good but also removes natural hair shedding. This method will keep your home clean! Another danger that your dog will face if he doesn’t brush regularly is tangled hair. These knots become tangled and cause pain in the dog’s coat. Dogs with thick coats are more prone to hair tangles. They should be brushed more to prevent knots and tangles.

Love and patience

A good groomer with short sessions will prepare your dog for grooming. This session may start with a bath. On the next visit, they trim their coat. The goal is that the puppy gently is exposed to the more challenging parts of the grooming. It will increase the puppy’s confidence and make the process short and pleasant!

Treats and encouragement

Encourage your puppy at every step. When they get in the car and calm down, it’s time for encouragement. Encourage him when you get to the grooming salon. These treats will make your dog feel good at all steps. It may seem extreme at first, but it becomes easier for your dog to go grooming later on.

Look at the pet shop as a close and intimate experience between you and your puppy or spending time together. Complete grooming is essential for a puppy’s health and happiness. If your dog is reluctant to get in the car and resists, don’t blame him. Coercion or negative behaviour only makes the situation worse.

Reduce anxiety

First, make sure your dog has enough grooming experience. This experience eliminates their anxiety. Also, bring her favourite blankets and toys to play within the car. If your puppy doesn’t have car experience, try taking him to short, undirected routes to make sure the car is fun.