[nagdu] Grooming questions.

[Cindy Ray]

Well, I used to put him with his leash around my waste or neck so he couldn't go anywhere; I don't do that to any of my dogs now, though I probably should with the small one. They especially don't like their tails combed, so you have to go gently until they get used to you.

CL

On Sep 17, 2012, at 6:21 PM, Chantel Cuddemi wrote:

> Deanna,
> 
> Motley gets groomed at his vet. 
> 
> He goes in every six to eight weeks. 
> 
> As for brushing Pascal, try to encourage him to stay, but be firm if he
> isn't listening. 
> 
> Good luck,
> 
> Chantel and Motley
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: nagdu-bounces at nfbnet.org [mailto:nagdu-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf
> Of Deanna Lewis
> Sent: Monday, September 17, 2012 7:15 PM
> To: nagdu at nfbnet.org
> Subject: [nagdu] Grooming questions.
> 
> Hi all,
> 
> Do any of you have dogs that do not like to be brushed/groomed? 
> 
> My dog, Pascal has always disliked being brushed. Every time I get my
> grooming kit out, he runs and tries to hide.
> 
> He will tolerate being brushed, but gives me dirty looks and acts like I am
> torturing him.  I don't think it hurts him, as I use a softer than normal
> slicker brush, and occasionally a Furminator.  I also don't use a strong
> pressure when I run the brush through. He doesn't act like it hurts, or
> wince in pain (which is always good, LOL)  As soon as I am done he turns
> back into his normal happy self. I give him praise when he behaves well, and
> if he is really good, he gets a kibble afterwards as a treat. 
> 
> Any thoughts or suggestions on making grooming more enjoyable for him?
> 
> I also have a question about bathing and professional grooming.
> 
> Do you all bathe your dogs at home? If so, how often?
> 
> Do you take your dog to get professionally groomed? How often? 
> 
> Thank you!
> 
> Deanna and Pascal
> 
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