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Handling

o  It is important for any dog to be used to being handled: Ears, eyes, paws, tail, nails, teeth, tummy, etc. All dogs need to get brushed sometimes to get rid of the old coat and some need brushing more often to avoid matting. All dogs need to get washed, some only when they roll in things and others more regularly. Some of them can just be towelled off and others need to be dried with a blow drier. All dogs need to be fine with any procedures that we need to put them trough, therefore it is our responsibility to handle them regularly and use food to create positive associations.

o  Don't only bring your dog in the area where they will get washed when they actually need washing and don't only use a blow dryer around them when they actually need drying. Create lots of positive experiences for the one time where you will need it.

o  If your dog needs to get professionally groomed, it is crucial to choose a force free groomer that will put your dog's emotional wellbeing before a perfectly groomed look.