Many times, when we take our pet dogs to the pet shop for grooming, no matter how hard we pull the dog at the entrance of the pet shop, the dog just refuses to go in, and the dog will tremble and want to escape, leaving the owner unable to do so. I didn’t take it away forcibly, but I was still wondering whether the dog had been abused. So what is the reason why the dog is afraid of grooming?

Irish Glen Terrier

In fact, many dogs are particularly averse to bathing. Owners who bathe their dogs at home should know that, especially when blowing their hair, if they want to be as dry as in a pet beauty salon, they must blow for a long time. If your dog is afraid of grooming, the editor will analyze the reasons for you.

Fear of heights: Sometimes dogs are restless in pet grooming salons because the grooming table is too high. This is because dogs are naturally afraid of heights. A grooming table that is not particularly high in our eyes may be very dangerous in its eyes. exists. At this time, the dog needs to be intensively trained at home. Putting the dog in a high place with the owner accompanying and protecting it can make the dog feel more secure. When the dog adapts, the owner can give the dog some Delicious food as a reward.

Fear of contact with strangers: Some dogs are not afraid of heights, but are afraid of being contacted by strangers. It is recommended that after the dog adapts to heights, you can ask a friend or neighbor of the owner to help, for example, let the owner's friend play with it. The dog's ears or paws are accompanied by the owner. If the dog is obedient, you can ask the owner's friends to give the dog some rewards to let the dog know that strangers will not hurt him. After a few times, the dog's fear will be alleviated. This is also the reason why many owners are reluctant to change beauticians at will.

Nervous: Sometimes dogs are afraid because they hear the barking of other dogs. This is just like many humans who don’t like going to the dentist. They are simply afraid of some sounds. If possible, it is recommended to make an appointment in advance and go straight to the dentist after arrival. Not hearing other barks of the same kind can alleviate the dog's fear to a certain extent. If there is no appointment, the owner can talk to the dog more while waiting to divert the dog's attention.