| For many dog owners, the task of bathing their pet is | | | | it is time to rinse the soap from his coat. |
| one that is dreaded. Dogs generally do not like to be | | | | 3. When bathing your dog, the water temperature |
| bathed, even if they love to swim and play in the | | | | should be lukewarm. Too hot of water may burn your |
| water. If your Yorkshire Terrier is an escape artist at | | | | dog and too cold of water will make bath time |
| bath time, here are some simple tips for successful | | | | miserable for your Yorkshire Terrier. Small breed dogs |
| bathing. | | | | get cold very easy and they will associate feeling cold |
| 1. If you have a Yorkie or another small breed of dog, | | | | with bath time, making future baths difficult. |
| bathing in a tub is probably a bad idea. The large area | | | | 4. For small and medium size dogs, try warming some |
| in a bath tub will make it tough to contain him. Bathing a | | | | bath towels in a clothes dryer. Having some warm |
| small breed in a sink will help you to control him during | | | | towels on hand after bathing your pet will help to keep |
| bath time and will also be easier on your back. | | | | them warm and comfortable. |
| 2. Many dogs are afraid of running water and it may | | | | Applying these simple tips will make bathing your dog |
| cause unnecessary stress on your dog, which will only | | | | easier. Remaining calm and assertive while giving a |
| make him more combative. Filling the sink or tub before | | | | bath and minimizing stress will help your dog to trust |
| bathing will eliminate the loud noise and reduce his | | | | you during bathing and grooming times. |
| stress level. Use a sink or tub spray attachment when | | | | |