Thanks Villette---So far he doesn't seem too traumatized...still loves going in the car!!!!! I have been washing his big wound (gouge) 4 times a day, and he doesnt seem to mind that at all. I think I may order a coulpe videos and learn how to cut groom them myself. Can't be too hard--I do do hair for a living! haha!!! But we will see. I have a client who has this one groomer that will come to her house and she is fabulous, but a bit pricey. But no price is too high for my baby!!! Thanks for your concern. You are soo sweet!!! Tell Chanel and Cheri says he loved thier hugs!!!! He sends them some puppy lovin back!!!!