Brush Your Puppy Daily
If your dog doesn’t enjoy being brushed by you, they’re more likely to dislike a stranger doing it. But in reality, regular brushing is paramount to your pup’s overall health. It prevents matting, removes debris, and distributes natural oils, which leaves their coat and skin healthy.
Gently Hold Your Puppy’s Face & Paws
Professional groomers will use a face-holding technique while brushing and trimming around your pup’s eyes and mouth to stop them from moving and getting injured. Practice the face hold beforehand by showing them a treat and asking them to sit. Place your hand under their chin and gently hold onto your pup’s fur. If they sit still, reward them. You can repeat this until they’re able to sit for 30 seconds. Then stroke their face in between their eyes with your finger and the end of a comb, pretending it’s scissors.
Get Your Puppy Used to Dryers & Loud Noises
If your pup isn’t used to loud noises, they may not feel comfortable around professional grooming equipment. For this reason, getting them comfortable with the sound of dryers can help prepare them for their first session. Ask your dog to sit and place some treats in front of you. Use the hairdryer to blow the treat towards your pup and reinforce good behavior to help them feel calm. Your dog will gradually associate “a scary noise” with something fun
Brush Your Puppy’s Teeth
Brushing your dog’s teeth can reduce plaque, prevent bad breath, and protect against gum disease or tooth decay. Not only that, but brushing their teeth regularly will help them get acquainted with a process that’s part of a professional groom.
Practice Training Commands
Professional groomers normally use commands like “sit” and “stay” to get your puppy in the right position and keep them calm. As a result, it’s a good idea to ensure they’ve mastered these instructions.
Slowly Introduce Nail Trimming & Ear Cleaning
Ear cleaning can prevent a buildup of wax and reduce the risk of ear infections for your dog. Similarly, cutting their nails can prevent you from being injured and make them feel more comfortable. While you’re watching TV, tap your pup’s paw with a remote control. This will get them used to the idea of something touching their paws. Another tip is to lift their paw and give it a gentle squeeze. Don’t forget to use a calming voice and reward positive behavior.
Lots of Exercise is Important
One of the most important tips before your puppy heads to their grooming session is to get some good exercise — which includes taking them on a walk and indulging in some playtime. This will help your dog use up their excess energy, helping to make them calmer and better prepared to follow instructions from their professional groomer.
We do Tidy up for puppy
Tidy up your pet with our tidy up package! Service includes face trim, feet trim, tail trim, nail trim, ear cleaning, gland expression, shampoo and conditioner, brightening facial, hand dry & brush out and deshedding. This service does not include a full haircut. Fees may apply for ear hair removal and additional matting/deshedding.
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