Understandably, an at-home grooming session might stress your dog out. Keep the experience light and positive for them. That means showing them so much love and positivity! One tip Dr. Freeman suggested for keeping your dog at ease while bathing is to use a cup to rinse them, rather than spraying them with a shower attachment or hose. It's gentler on them and shouldn't be as scary.
If you've done everything you can to keep your dog calm — including praising him and being gentle — and he's still extremely anxious about grooming, give your vet a call to check about an anxiety supplement. There are plenty to choose from and your vet can help you decide the best course of action.
