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When should puppies have their first groom?

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Created: 2022-02-16 08:18:39

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Once you've successfully acclimated your pup to all-around handling, at or around the 10-12 week mark, you can take her in for the first grooming session (often after the second round of shots). At the latest, the first grooming is recommended before 16-weeks of age. A puppy's first pet grooming session is a momentous occasion for pet owners, almost on par with a parent taking their child for their first haircut. The experience, which can often try the patience of even the most skilled ​ pet groomers, can have a lifelong effect on a pup, be it positive or negative.Your puppy’s first visit should be relaxing and fun. Lots of cuddles, treats, a gentle bath, dry and groom can be completed depending on how they react to each of the stages. We will always groom at your puppy’s pace. They are gently introduced to having their nails clipped, ears cleaned as well as the sound of the clippers and dryer.


What age should I start grooming my Puppy?

A lot of people ask at what age they should they start grooming their puppy. A puppy’s first visit to the groomer can take place 2 weeks after their second set of puppy vaccinations.

Is a puppy’s first grooming a momentous occasion?

Still, a puppy’s very first grooming experience should be approached a certain way. Just like a child’s first haircut, a puppy’s first grooming is a momentous occasion that should be handled with care.

What should I expect at my first dog grooming appointment?

The very first grooming appointment is an introduction to the puppy and the owner to the world of grooming. The puppy with be introduced to a bath, blow drying, nail clipping, and slight trimming. We do not recommend having a puppy be given a full hair cut the first time being groomed.

What age should a puppy get its first haircut?

We recommend starting at 12-weeks of age. The very first grooming appointment is an introduction to the puppy and the owner to the world of grooming. The puppy with be introduced to a bath, blow drying, nail clipping, and slight trimming. We do not recommend having a puppy be given a full hair cut the first time being groomed.

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