How can you keep your dog calm while grooming?

The only thing I can think of is to introduce her to the clippers with treats (so she associates it with something good) give her time to get used to it. When she seems to be comfortable with it you can start grooming her. And if you give her treats when you take the clippers out, she will eventually look forward to it.

My dog used to be scared of taking baths. I tried the treat thing and now she LOVES taking baths. I'm not lying!!!

Good luck!! :o)

Do you know what a hemostat is? How about styptic powder? Does #7 blade mean anything to you?

Trimming is not a difficult thing to learn, BUT you do have to make an effort to find out all you can. Your "little remington" clipper is not going to be adequate for your grooming needs. There is a lot of things that you really need to learn how to do...

As for your dog's fear, practice makes perfect. When I groom my dogs, I *insist* that they behave. They do not get down until I am done with their grooming. The worst thing you can do is let your dog get away with acting naughty...she will only learn that if she acts bad sooner, then you will go a way sooner. Just have at it, no matter how bad she acts.

BTW, why on earth would you buy a shih tzu if you cannot afford the grooming? SURELY you had to know that extensive grooming is required for these dogs...

First you cannot use ppl clippers on dogs. They are not strong enough to handle clipping a dog. Please take your dog to a professional. This time is crucial in getting your dog properly used to grooming & will effect the rest of his grooming life. There is a lot more to grooming besides clipping that unless you are trained or have a good knowledge about dogs & their coats- do not attempt on your own! You can ask the groomer for advice & tips when you take your dog to on ways to extend the appts or learn on your own in the meanwhile.

Many dogs are like this with the owners, because you are letting her get away with it. Take her to a groomer. We know how to handle her to keep her calm and not stressed. add: Wow aren't you a nice person, don't ask the question if you don't want to know the answers. LOL What kind of competition, couldn't be obedience, couldn't be conformation or you wouldn't be having these behavior problems.

It sounds bad...but, Hold her and make her realize that you're the boss and you're not going to let anything happen to her

BUT..groomers aren't that expensive like $20-25 you only need to take them every 2 or 3 months.

I trim my Shih-Tzus paws, face and butt in-between visits.

If I do grooming at home Ijust give a bath, brush, and blow out and most of my dogs get terrified of the blow dryer,so I have pieces of bolied chicken in my pocket allong with just talkin gto them and giving them kisses helps them clam down!

Yes. It took awhile. For the first week or so I just turned it on around him so he could get the feel for it. Then I started doing little sports. Eventually he tolerated it, never liked it.

Slip 1/4 valium in her Alpo, give a good massage, and I'm sure she'll be a good little puppy.

No, no, no, I'm just kidding. I have no idea, but good luck.

Try a favorite toy, or a treat, or even try scratching/rubbing him/her in spots they like.

well one thing you could do is have its favorite food with her or a favorite toy