How to Make Baths More Fun for Dogs

Your dog might love to splash in a muddy puddle or dive nose-first into a body of water but absolutely despise bath time. Unfortunately for bath-hating dogs, grooming is an essential part of keeping your dog (and home) clean and healthy. If your pooch struggles with the tub, here are some tips for making it a more pleasant experience.

Keep Calm and Wag On

If there’s anyone more stressed out than you during bath time, it’s your dog. Try to create a calm and gentle environment in the bathroom, and minimize any additional stressors like loud noises or unfamiliar smells. Use a soothing voice and avoid showing signs that you’re not enjoying the process either.

Toys to the Rescue

There’s nothing like a good distraction! Bring some of your dog’s favorite toys—water-friendly, of course—into the bath to help keep their mind off the situation. Let them chew on their favorite rubber ducky while you get to work on their muddy tushes.

Positive Reinforcement

Make baths a more pleasant experience by reinforcing the process with things your dog loves. Start and end with some of their favorite treats. Our Dog Dental Sticks are a perfect complement to a bath as they help with plaque removal. Other ideas include going for a walk after the bath or having playtime. This will help show your pup that bath time can be associated with their favorite activities!

Soothing Products

Not all dog grooming products are created equal, and sometimes your dog might not like what you’re using. Remember—dogs are sensitive to certain scents, and their skin is much more delicate than ours. Our Dog Grooming Bar, made with upcycled oats, is both soothing and gentle. Plus, its shape and size make grooming easier.

Bathing your dog might never be a perfect experience, and every dog owner has different methods that work best for their pet. Try some of the tips above, and understand that it might take a few attempts to figure out what works best for your furry friend.