[nagdu] Grooming questions.

[Juanita Herrera]

Deanna,
In class, I was told to talk to my dog while brushing her. Also, if
she is staying still, I give a kibble every now and then so that she
learns that brushing is something good. I get her groomed at her vet
every 3 montsh because she stays pretty clean since I brush her
daily,. My best suggestion is to help Pascal understand that brushing
is something good.
Juanita, Anise, and Benson

On 9/17/12, Deanna Lewis <deannakay03 at gmail.com> wrote:
> 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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