When I get a new puppy, I do all I can to make the grooming process a positive one. <\/p>\n\n\n
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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nI\u2019ve rescued adult dogs who weren\u2019t used to being groomed. And many were very difficult to groom at first.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It\u2019s usually much easier to get a young puppy used to grooming than to work on an older adult who has never been groomed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
All of my current dogs have long coats and require a lot of grooming. With two shelties, a golden retriever, a Lhasa apso, and an Aussie mix, I spend a considerable amount of time grooming. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
When they were puppies, I placed them on the grooming table every day and got them used to handling with positive reinforcement using treats and praise. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
My Aussie mix Millie hated having her feet handled, so I worked on it every day. I would spread some Kong stuffing on the rubber grooming tabletop. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
While she licked it off, I gently handled her foot, massaging her pads and touching her nails. Eventually, she came to happily accept my handling her feet\u2013and clipping her nails.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In this article, I\u2019ll discuss what you should have ready prior to grooming your new puppy. And I\u2019ll review the steps necessary for preparing your new furry bundle to be groomed and enjoy\u2013or at least accept\u2013the process. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
I\u2019ll also set forth how to first groom your puppy and what you shouldn\u2019t do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Article Summary<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n- Grooming your young puppy for the first time should be done as gently as possible. It requires a lot of patience and preparation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- You have to have all the items you\u2019ll need for the grooming ready. These include a brush, comb, ear cleaner, shampoo, towels, and nail clipper.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Before the actual grooming sessions, it\u2019s important to get your puppy used to all the handling and sounds and sights of the grooming tools you;ll use. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- And don\u2019t forget to exercise him and make sure that he\u2019s pottied before any handling and grooming sessions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
The Importance of Grooming<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nGrooming is important not only for your puppy\u2019s appearance. It\u2019s also a crucial part of good health. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Brushing removes extra, dead hair, burrs, and dirt. It also stimulates his skin and helps remove dander. If done regularly and correctly, it also helps prevent painful mats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Checking your puppy\u2019s coat and skin, you can find potential problems before they become big issues. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
You can find ticks and fleas and remove burrs and other yard items that can become harmful to your dog.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If done with positive reinforcement, grooming your puppy should also help improve the bond you have with him. It should feel good<\/em> for your puppy.<\/p>\n\n\n\nIt also helps keep your house clean\u2013without floating puppy hair on the floor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Grooming nails also helps your dog’s structure, because overgrown nails can lead to many issues<\/a>, including spinal problems. <\/p>\n\n\n\nLong nails can cause a splayed foot and a loss of traction, leading to potential injuries. And, if the nails are long for a prolonged period, tendons may be injured. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The over-grown nails also put an excessive amount of pressure on the feet and legs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Checking and cleaning ears is important too. You don\u2019t want your pup to have painful and potentially dangerous ear infections. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
By routinely checking your pup\u2019s ears and cleaning them with an ear cleaner made for that purpose, you\u2019ll avoid issues as well as expensive vet bills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Getting your puppy accustomed to having his mouth handled will also help when you eventually have to brush his teeth. Dental health is important for a dog\u2019s general health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Bathing your puppy can also remove dirt and other matter that can irritate his skin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What You Need To Groom Your Dog<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nThere are many items that you should have before you proceed to fully groom your puppy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Of course, you\u2019ll also need to teach your puppy to happily accept\u2013and even look forward to\u2013grooming, which I\u2019ll discuss below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
As far as items you\u2019ll need, one of the most important is a brush and comb<\/a>. There are various types of brushes depending on your dog\u2019s coat. <\/p>\n\n\n\nMany young puppies don\u2019t have the same coat that they\u2019ll have as an adult. To correctly groom your specific puppy\u2019s coat, it\u2019s advisable to contact your dog\u2019s breeder, a groomer, or your vet for directions<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A slicker brush<\/a> can be used for most coats to begin with when the puppy\u2019s only two or three months old.<\/p>\n\n\n\nA pin brush<\/a> is used for longer-coated dogs. And a greyhound comb that has wider and narrower tines in the comb can be used to comb through your puppy\u2019s coat.<\/p>\n\n\n\nA curry brush<\/a> or rubber Zoom Groom<\/a> can help brush a smooth-coated dog with short hair.<\/p>\n\n\n\nYou\u2019ll also need a nail clipper<\/a> for dogs. And, just in case you nick a quick, have some styptic powder ready. <\/p>\n\n\n\nAn ear cleaner<\/a> is necessary to be sure your pup\u2019s groomed properly. <\/p>\n\n\n\nFor your puppy\u2019s bath, you\u2019ll need a high-quality shampoo<\/a> made for puppies. Human shampoos can be harmful to a puppy and dry his skin. <\/p>\n\n\n\nAnd have towels ready too. They make hair dryers for dogs or you can use one for people if used only on a cool setting. Never warm or hot so that the puppy doesn\u2019t overheat and so he won\u2019t be burned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Have a toothpaste and toothbrush made for dogs handy. Even though a young puppy won\u2019t have his adult teeth for months, it\u2019s good to get him used to having his mouth handled so that you can eventually brush his teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
And last, but not least, have a lick mat<\/a> so that the puppy can be re-directed to something positive during a bath or grooming. <\/p>\n\n\n\nA lick mat has suction cups and can attach to a bathtub or sink. You can place peanut butter or a similar substance for the puppy to lick off while being groomed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How To Prepare Your Puppy for Grooming<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nIt\u2019s important to get your new puppy used to all the activities that he\u2019ll have to face in everyday life. And this includes grooming. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Once your eight-week-old puppy<\/a> settles into your home for a few days, get him used to being handled. <\/p>\n\n\n\nThe training should use only positive reinforcement and no punishment. Always set him up to succeed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
So first take him out for a walk or have a play session of fetching. Let him settle down after exercising before you begin a handling session. Of course, also make sure that he\u2019s pottied too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Your pup shouldn\u2019t have too much energy when you need to handle or groom him. Instead, he should be relaxed so that he doesn\u2019t fight against being groomed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Use calming, soothing language when speaking with your puppy during your sessions preparing him to be groomed and during the eventual grooming session. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Keep the training sessions preparing him for grooming short. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
You might do only one exercise such as getting him used to handling his body in a session. Then, in the next session, work with him becoming accustomed to having his ears, feet, and mouth handled. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Just make sure that you cover everything every day to get him used to what he\u2019ll need to be groomed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Body Handling<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nGet your puppy used to you gently handling his whole body. Massage his shoulders and down his body to his hips. Do the same to each leg. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
You can give him a treat. Or, even better, give him something safe to chew, like a bully stick<\/a>. This conditions him to enjoy the handling and also occupies his mouth so that he doesn\u2019t chew on you.<\/p>\n\n\n\nFor small puppies, you can have them on your lap in the beginning. Or you can have them on the floor in front of you or on a table in front of you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you place your pup on a table, make sure that he can\u2019t fall off. You can put a rubber mat on the top for traction. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
You can also have him in a harness that you (or a helper) can hold onto so that he doesn\u2019t fall. It\u2019s good to get him used to being groomed on a table if he\u2019ll be groomed there for life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Make sure that he\u2019s relaxed. Keep the session short in the beginning. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Just handle him for a few minutes each session. Work up to five or 10 minutes\u2013and end on a positive note.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Handling Feet<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nGet him used to having his feet handled. Gently massage each pad and touch his nails, including any dewclaws. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
It\u2019s important for a puppy to be accustomed to this because, throughout his life, his nails will have to be cut at times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Puppies generally don\u2019t like having their feet handled. So it\u2019s important to teach your puppy that handling his feet is fun! <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Give him something great to chew while you accustom him to having his feet handled. After he\u2019s used to having his feet handled, you can start a grooming session clipping one nail per session to begin with. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you need help, first have a groomer or vet show you how to clip a nail. You want to just clip the tip at first and not clip the quick. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
You can see the quick in clear, white nails. The quick is a vein and will bleed if cut.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Then, in subsequent sessions, you can clip additional nails. Praise and reward after you clip a nail. And don\u2019t forget to clip any dewclaws so that they don\u2019t grow into his skin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Brushing<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The Importance of Grooming<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nGrooming is important not only for your puppy\u2019s appearance. It\u2019s also a crucial part of good health. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Brushing removes extra, dead hair, burrs, and dirt. It also stimulates his skin and helps remove dander. If done regularly and correctly, it also helps prevent painful mats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Checking your puppy\u2019s coat and skin, you can find potential problems before they become big issues. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
You can find ticks and fleas and remove burrs and other yard items that can become harmful to your dog.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If done with positive reinforcement, grooming your puppy should also help improve the bond you have with him. It should feel good<\/em> for your puppy.<\/p>\n\n\n\nIt also helps keep your house clean\u2013without floating puppy hair on the floor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Grooming nails also helps your dog’s structure, because overgrown nails can lead to many issues<\/a>, including spinal problems. <\/p>\n\n\n\nLong nails can cause a splayed foot and a loss of traction, leading to potential injuries. And, if the nails are long for a prolonged period, tendons may be injured. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The over-grown nails also put an excessive amount of pressure on the feet and legs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Checking and cleaning ears is important too. You don\u2019t want your pup to have painful and potentially dangerous ear infections. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
By routinely checking your pup\u2019s ears and cleaning them with an ear cleaner made for that purpose, you\u2019ll avoid issues as well as expensive vet bills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Getting your puppy accustomed to having his mouth handled will also help when you eventually have to brush his teeth. Dental health is important for a dog\u2019s general health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Bathing your puppy can also remove dirt and other matter that can irritate his skin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What You Need To Groom Your Dog<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nThere are many items that you should have before you proceed to fully groom your puppy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Of course, you\u2019ll also need to teach your puppy to happily accept\u2013and even look forward to\u2013grooming, which I\u2019ll discuss below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
As far as items you\u2019ll need, one of the most important is a brush and comb<\/a>. There are various types of brushes depending on your dog\u2019s coat. <\/p>\n\n\n\nMany young puppies don\u2019t have the same coat that they\u2019ll have as an adult. To correctly groom your specific puppy\u2019s coat, it\u2019s advisable to contact your dog\u2019s breeder, a groomer, or your vet for directions<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A slicker brush<\/a> can be used for most coats to begin with when the puppy\u2019s only two or three months old.<\/p>\n\n\n\nA pin brush<\/a> is used for longer-coated dogs. And a greyhound comb that has wider and narrower tines in the comb can be used to comb through your puppy\u2019s coat.<\/p>\n\n\n\nA curry brush<\/a> or rubber Zoom Groom<\/a> can help brush a smooth-coated dog with short hair.<\/p>\n\n\n\nYou\u2019ll also need a nail clipper<\/a> for dogs. And, just in case you nick a quick, have some styptic powder ready. <\/p>\n\n\n\nAn ear cleaner<\/a> is necessary to be sure your pup\u2019s groomed properly. <\/p>\n\n\n\nFor your puppy\u2019s bath, you\u2019ll need a high-quality shampoo<\/a> made for puppies. Human shampoos can be harmful to a puppy and dry his skin. <\/p>\n\n\n\nAnd have towels ready too. They make hair dryers for dogs or you can use one for people if used only on a cool setting. Never warm or hot so that the puppy doesn\u2019t overheat and so he won\u2019t be burned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Have a toothpaste and toothbrush made for dogs handy. Even though a young puppy won\u2019t have his adult teeth for months, it\u2019s good to get him used to having his mouth handled so that you can eventually brush his teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
And last, but not least, have a lick mat<\/a> so that the puppy can be re-directed to something positive during a bath or grooming. <\/p>\n\n\n\nA lick mat has suction cups and can attach to a bathtub or sink. You can place peanut butter or a similar substance for the puppy to lick off while being groomed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How To Prepare Your Puppy for Grooming<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nIt\u2019s important to get your new puppy used to all the activities that he\u2019ll have to face in everyday life. And this includes grooming. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Once your eight-week-old puppy<\/a> settles into your home for a few days, get him used to being handled. <\/p>\n\n\n\nThe training should use only positive reinforcement and no punishment. Always set him up to succeed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
So first take him out for a walk or have a play session of fetching. Let him settle down after exercising before you begin a handling session. Of course, also make sure that he\u2019s pottied too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Your pup shouldn\u2019t have too much energy when you need to handle or groom him. Instead, he should be relaxed so that he doesn\u2019t fight against being groomed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Use calming, soothing language when speaking with your puppy during your sessions preparing him to be groomed and during the eventual grooming session. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Keep the training sessions preparing him for grooming short. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
You might do only one exercise such as getting him used to handling his body in a session. Then, in the next session, work with him becoming accustomed to having his ears, feet, and mouth handled. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Just make sure that you cover everything every day to get him used to what he\u2019ll need to be groomed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Body Handling<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nGet your puppy used to you gently handling his whole body. Massage his shoulders and down his body to his hips. Do the same to each leg. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
You can give him a treat. Or, even better, give him something safe to chew, like a bully stick<\/a>. This conditions him to enjoy the handling and also occupies his mouth so that he doesn\u2019t chew on you.<\/p>\n\n\n\nFor small puppies, you can have them on your lap in the beginning. Or you can have them on the floor in front of you or on a table in front of you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you place your pup on a table, make sure that he can\u2019t fall off. You can put a rubber mat on the top for traction. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
You can also have him in a harness that you (or a helper) can hold onto so that he doesn\u2019t fall. It\u2019s good to get him used to being groomed on a table if he\u2019ll be groomed there for life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Make sure that he\u2019s relaxed. Keep the session short in the beginning. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Just handle him for a few minutes each session. Work up to five or 10 minutes\u2013and end on a positive note.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Handling Feet<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nGet him used to having his feet handled. Gently massage each pad and touch his nails, including any dewclaws. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
It\u2019s important for a puppy to be accustomed to this because, throughout his life, his nails will have to be cut at times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Puppies generally don\u2019t like having their feet handled. So it\u2019s important to teach your puppy that handling his feet is fun! <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Give him something great to chew while you accustom him to having his feet handled. After he\u2019s used to having his feet handled, you can start a grooming session clipping one nail per session to begin with. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you need help, first have a groomer or vet show you how to clip a nail. You want to just clip the tip at first and not clip the quick. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
You can see the quick in clear, white nails. The quick is a vein and will bleed if cut.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Then, in subsequent sessions, you can clip additional nails. Praise and reward after you clip a nail. And don\u2019t forget to clip any dewclaws so that they don\u2019t grow into his skin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Brushing<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
It also helps keep your house clean\u2013without floating puppy hair on the floor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Grooming nails also helps your dog’s structure, because overgrown nails can lead to many issues<\/a>, including spinal problems. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Long nails can cause a splayed foot and a loss of traction, leading to potential injuries. And, if the nails are long for a prolonged period, tendons may be injured. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The over-grown nails also put an excessive amount of pressure on the feet and legs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Checking and cleaning ears is important too. You don\u2019t want your pup to have painful and potentially dangerous ear infections. <\/p>\n\n\n\n By routinely checking your pup\u2019s ears and cleaning them with an ear cleaner made for that purpose, you\u2019ll avoid issues as well as expensive vet bills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Getting your puppy accustomed to having his mouth handled will also help when you eventually have to brush his teeth. Dental health is important for a dog\u2019s general health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Bathing your puppy can also remove dirt and other matter that can irritate his skin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There are many items that you should have before you proceed to fully groom your puppy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Of course, you\u2019ll also need to teach your puppy to happily accept\u2013and even look forward to\u2013grooming, which I\u2019ll discuss below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n As far as items you\u2019ll need, one of the most important is a brush and comb<\/a>. There are various types of brushes depending on your dog\u2019s coat. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Many young puppies don\u2019t have the same coat that they\u2019ll have as an adult. To correctly groom your specific puppy\u2019s coat, it\u2019s advisable to contact your dog\u2019s breeder, a groomer, or your vet for directions<\/p>\n\n\n\n A slicker brush<\/a> can be used for most coats to begin with when the puppy\u2019s only two or three months old.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A pin brush<\/a> is used for longer-coated dogs. And a greyhound comb that has wider and narrower tines in the comb can be used to comb through your puppy\u2019s coat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A curry brush<\/a> or rubber Zoom Groom<\/a> can help brush a smooth-coated dog with short hair.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You\u2019ll also need a nail clipper<\/a> for dogs. And, just in case you nick a quick, have some styptic powder ready. <\/p>\n\n\n\n An ear cleaner<\/a> is necessary to be sure your pup\u2019s groomed properly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n For your puppy\u2019s bath, you\u2019ll need a high-quality shampoo<\/a> made for puppies. Human shampoos can be harmful to a puppy and dry his skin. <\/p>\n\n\n\n And have towels ready too. They make hair dryers for dogs or you can use one for people if used only on a cool setting. Never warm or hot so that the puppy doesn\u2019t overheat and so he won\u2019t be burned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Have a toothpaste and toothbrush made for dogs handy. Even though a young puppy won\u2019t have his adult teeth for months, it\u2019s good to get him used to having his mouth handled so that you can eventually brush his teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n And last, but not least, have a lick mat<\/a> so that the puppy can be re-directed to something positive during a bath or grooming. <\/p>\n\n\n\n A lick mat has suction cups and can attach to a bathtub or sink. You can place peanut butter or a similar substance for the puppy to lick off while being groomed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It\u2019s important to get your new puppy used to all the activities that he\u2019ll have to face in everyday life. And this includes grooming. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Once your eight-week-old puppy<\/a> settles into your home for a few days, get him used to being handled. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The training should use only positive reinforcement and no punishment. Always set him up to succeed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n So first take him out for a walk or have a play session of fetching. Let him settle down after exercising before you begin a handling session. Of course, also make sure that he\u2019s pottied too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Your pup shouldn\u2019t have too much energy when you need to handle or groom him. Instead, he should be relaxed so that he doesn\u2019t fight against being groomed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Use calming, soothing language when speaking with your puppy during your sessions preparing him to be groomed and during the eventual grooming session. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Keep the training sessions preparing him for grooming short. <\/p>\n\n\n\n You might do only one exercise such as getting him used to handling his body in a session. Then, in the next session, work with him becoming accustomed to having his ears, feet, and mouth handled. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Just make sure that you cover everything every day to get him used to what he\u2019ll need to be groomed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Get your puppy used to you gently handling his whole body. Massage his shoulders and down his body to his hips. Do the same to each leg. <\/p>\n\n\n\n You can give him a treat. Or, even better, give him something safe to chew, like a bully stick<\/a>. This conditions him to enjoy the handling and also occupies his mouth so that he doesn\u2019t chew on you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For small puppies, you can have them on your lap in the beginning. Or you can have them on the floor in front of you or on a table in front of you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n If you place your pup on a table, make sure that he can\u2019t fall off. You can put a rubber mat on the top for traction. <\/p>\n\n\n\n You can also have him in a harness that you (or a helper) can hold onto so that he doesn\u2019t fall. It\u2019s good to get him used to being groomed on a table if he\u2019ll be groomed there for life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Make sure that he\u2019s relaxed. Keep the session short in the beginning. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Just handle him for a few minutes each session. Work up to five or 10 minutes\u2013and end on a positive note.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Get him used to having his feet handled. Gently massage each pad and touch his nails, including any dewclaws. <\/p>\n\n\n\n It\u2019s important for a puppy to be accustomed to this because, throughout his life, his nails will have to be cut at times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Puppies generally don\u2019t like having their feet handled. So it\u2019s important to teach your puppy that handling his feet is fun! <\/p>\n\n\n\n Give him something great to chew while you accustom him to having his feet handled. After he\u2019s used to having his feet handled, you can start a grooming session clipping one nail per session to begin with. <\/p>\n\n\n\n If you need help, first have a groomer or vet show you how to clip a nail. You want to just clip the tip at first and not clip the quick. <\/p>\n\n\n\n You can see the quick in clear, white nails. The quick is a vein and will bleed if cut.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Then, in subsequent sessions, you can clip additional nails. Praise and reward after you clip a nail. And don\u2019t forget to clip any dewclaws so that they don\u2019t grow into his skin.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhat You Need To Groom Your Dog<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How To Prepare Your Puppy for Grooming<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Body Handling<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Handling Feet<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Brushing<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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