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What do groomers do with anxious dogs?

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They can simply walk (or run) to their grooming appointment. Being handled or touched in sensitive areas – For pets who are anxious about being touched in sensitive areas, practicing gentle touching and massage will prove the most beneficial method of training.


How do groomers deal with anxious dogs?

Make sure the dog has good traction so they do not slip and appropriate restraint so they can not escape or jump off the grooming table and injure themselves. Take time and use patience so as not to cause further anxiety. Never use punishment to correct an anxious dog, as this will increase anxiety. Be firm and gentle.

What do groomers use to calm dogs?

They'll infuse the space with calming pheromones in the air or essential oils through a diffuser. Perhaps they'll use certain shampoos with soothing ingredients, like lavender. If and when a vet writes a prescription of sedatives for a dog's grooming session, then the groomer can use those to keep a dog still.

Should I take my anxious dog to the groomer?

In some severe cases, dogs can have a full-blown panic attack from not being properly acclimated to the situation. The issue with nervous dogs is that, for their safety, a professional should be the one doing their grooming. Every dog needs grooming.

How do groomers deal with difficult dogs?

Restraining the Dog for Grooming After the bath, groomers will towel dry a dog before moving her to the groom table. Groomers might cover an aggressive dog's face with a towel while moving the dog. Aggressive dogs are restrained with a loop and most groomers have muzzles on hand for the toughest dogs.

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