Dog Bathing Tips

Bath time for your pouch can be fun time or it can be a time you might not want

to deal with, dog bathing tips can put you in position to make bath time an

enjoyable  experience for you and your dog. You want your dog to associate

bath time with something pleasant , the trick is to surround your dog with things

that he or she enjoys. For instance a favorite chew toy could accompany your 

dog into the tub or wash area. Preferably you would like your dog to enter the 

tub or bathing area without you having to drag them to the wash area . So be

prepared to exercise some patience during your initial foray into the bathing

process. A rubber ball thrown into the tub can act as an inducement to get your 

dog into the water.
Dog Training

Make sure that the water is of moderate temperature, not too

hot and not too cold. You will need to obtain a good dog shampoo product. Your

local pet supply store carries  a wide variety of shampoo's for your dog. Its a good

idea to consult your veterinarian if you're not sure of which product to choose.

When in the pet supply store ask for a mild shampoo, you want to get your dog 

clean but you don't want to strip the skin or fur of natural oils. It is suggested that

you give your dog a few treats to lead him into the tub. As he gets into the tub

praise him and give him a treat, this will provide positive reinforcement and show

your dog that the bathing experience is a pleasant one.
Dog Training

To start washing your dog , after he has entered the tub

use a large cup or pail and pour water over him , be sure to avoid getting water

into the eyes or ears. If you prefer you can purchase a sprayer that attaches to

your faucet or shower head to facilitate the process. Once your dog is thoroughly

wet you can apply shampoo beginning with the nape of the neck and rubbing in

throughout the body, again be sure not to get any shampoo into the eyes or ears.

You can use a soft shower sponge or brush to thoroughly clean your pet, these 

can be purchased from your local pet supply store. After shampooing rinse and

repeat , then get a large absorbent towel , rap it around your dog and dry him off.

At this point be sure to lavish your dog with praise and treats to celebrate a 

successful bathing. And finish the process by playing  a game that your dog enjoys

like run and fetch this will help reinforce for your dog that bath time is fun time.