Your dog is likely depressed after being groomed because they feel fearful, submissive, or painful after the grooming process. They may also be responding to any negative feelings of those around them or they may just not like feeling different now that they have been groomed.
How do I relieve my dogs stress after grooming?
If a dog shows signs of stress in the kennel, ask the owner to bring the dog's favorite toy or blanket for the next appointment. Just giving a dog something loved and familiar can often help alleviate stress. Skip the blanket if a dog urinates or defecates in the kennel. Some dogs can be quite the handful when groomed.
Why do dogs act weird after a haircut?
If they are groomed on an irregular basis, they may be reacting to the way their coat and skin feels after a groom. They may have had pests on their skin and can get to bite now and scratch it…a lot. They may be able to walk better after matts have been removed. They may be embarrassed by the reactions of their owners.
Do dogs get traumatized from grooming?
Dogs can become fearful of other dogs that are also there for a grooming even when dogs are kept separate. All these foreign stimuli can make grooming a traumatic experience for a nervous dog. In some severe cases, dogs can have a full-blown panic attack from not being properly acclimated to the situation.
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