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Grooming & handling help for the anxious dog

Description

Helping Your Dog Accept Grooming and Vet Checks: Rebuilding More Desirable Behavioural responses

Assist your dog in recovering from negative experiences and becoming more accepting of handling during grooming and vet checks. By rebuilding and changing undesirable behaviors, you can establish positive associations with these essential husbandry tasks, making the process easier and more enjoyable for both you and your pup in the long term.

Includes 4 Instructional Videos:

  1. Training Foundation Handling Skills: Learn essential skills to help your dog feel comfortable during handling.

  2. Conditioning Your Dog for Grooming: Teach your dog to relax and accept grooming procedures.

  3. Building Positive Associations with Handling: Develop techniques to create positive experiences during handling sessions.

  4. Conditioning Your Dog to Vet Tools: Familiarize your dog with common vet tools to reduce anxiety during visits.

Implement these strategies for a smoother grooming and vet experience

Course Curriculum

Behaviour Training Course 3

  • 3.1 Helpful handling foundation skills to teach
    00:00
  • 3.2 Help your dog change from being unmanageable and stressed to accepting and being comfortable with handling
    00:00
  • 3.3 Conditioning to be comfortable with grooming tools
    00:00
  • 3.4 Conditioning to be comfortable with veterinary tools
    00:00
  • Questions

FAQ’s

This section features expert‑written articles and guidance from ABT‑Plus founders and trainers, offering insights into topics like behavioural challenges, owner mindset, and when to seek professional help. These contributions come from educators such as Amy Van Dyk and her team of Dog Behavioural Trainers.

Tips are published periodically rather than on a fixed schedule recent posts include:

  • “My Dog is Challenging Me! Do I Have a Bad Dog?” (Dec 17, 2024)

  • “Why Every Pet Owner Should Invest in Training” (Mar 12, 2019)

  • “Seeking Professional Guidance for Dog Behaviour Problems” (Mar 12, 2019)

Yes, they’re written to support both new and experienced dog owners. They discuss foundational mindset aspects, encourage reflection, and help contextualise when to take the next step in training.
Absolutely. Tip titles like “My Dog is Challenging Me! Do I Have a Bad Dog?” suggest they provide emotional reassurance and practical perspective when dealing with difficult behaviors.
For in depth training, explore ABT‑Plus’s structured video modules covering puppy training, behaviour correction, obedience, leash work, grooming, and more. These are accessible through the site’s main course sections.
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