Puppy getting gentle brushing for first grooming experience

Bhopal Puppy & Kitten Care 06 Jan 2026

First Groom for Puppy: What to Expect and How to Prepare

A positive first groom makes every future groom easier. Keep it short, gentle, and reward-based.

KEY POINTS

✓ Start home handling early
✓ Short brush sessions
✓ Reward after each step
✓ Quiet salon slot
✓ Short first groom
✓ Repeat monthly for routine

## Quick answer
Start handling training at home, book a quiet slot, and ask for a short first session.

## Steps
- Practice paw and ear touch daily
- Introduce brush for 20 seconds
- Play dryer sound softly at home
- Book quiet salon timing
- Ask for a short first groom

## Common mistakes
- First session too long
- Forcing nail trim during fear
- No home handling practice

Puppy brushing practice — Short practice builds confidence.

Puppy paw handling — Touch paws daily before nail trims.

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First Groom for Puppy: What to Expect and How to Prepare

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