I take my maltese yorkie mix Banksy into the shower with me. I wear an old long sleeved shirt so he can't scratch me if he tries to squirm out of my arms, but mostly he is calm. Anytime I tried giving him a regular bath he hated it and do anything to jump out and was so anxious it broke my heart. If I cuddle him close to my body while quickly washing and rinsing him its so much easier, he even reaches up to try and lick my face. I know its unconventional and I'm sure I'm spoiling him, but think its okay to make a few compromises for ever ones sanity