 Bath Time!
How do you guys get your little babies to take baths? Every couple of days, it is the same thing with me over and over again. Edan *hates* the bath and will not stay still when I am trying to wash him! He crys and kicks and jumps uo and down and squirms all around, It is literally impossible to wash this dog.
I've tried everything---I give him treats once he is in, but he won't eat them because he won't eat when he is nervous--he does not want them. I put toys inthe water. I always talk soothingly to him--the last time I was firm--but neither worked, he was as equally scared. I give him massages and am very gently. I've tried the whole desensitization thing where I put him in the sink or tub for a few minutes and lightly run the water then stop. I've tried both the bathtub and sink. I even tried to get into the actual tub with him once thinking that would help him out but it didn't. I give up.
Any of you have currently or have had similar problems with your puppies concerning bath time? Help! I don't know what to do! I literally have to force the soap and water on him because I can't just leave him dirty! And forcing him just makes him even more scared!! Any suggestions at all would be greatly appreciated!!! Thanks!!! |