First you need to find one groomer and stick with them, ask around, there are very few good groomers out there, many are self taught or worse. If you start as a puppy usually the first time is easy as puppy doesn't know what going on and how to fight it. The next 3 or 4 can be hell as the puppy will squirm and fight, after that it should be cake. A good groomer will know the tricks and control points and also the spots that trigger problems.
In your case you need to find a very experienced groomer who knows how to rehab, don't expect too much the first few times, they will only go as far as the dog will let them. Also tip generously as it will be a slow tedious process rehabbing your pup. Your pup was probably abused/mishandled early on and most groomers don't take the time or have the experience to take on problem dogs so it just gets worse. |