2 Sept 2026 · 3 min read
Getting a puppy ready for their first groom
Practise paws, ears and dryer sounds at home — the first visit gets much easier.
By Maprang · Cat & nervous-pet groomer
Puppies who get used to handling early usually find grooming far easier as adults.
A little paw time daily
Hold each paw for a few seconds, then reward.
The hairdryer, from afar
Run a cool hairdryer across the room during treat time so the sound becomes boring.
Book short first
Start with our under-an-hour puppy's first groom.
Want a groomer to look at your pet's coat? Send us a photo.
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