How can I make bath time less stressful for my dog who hates baths?

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My dogs both hate bath time. Is there a way to reduce their anxiety/stress while they're being washed? Pet's info: Dog | Tibetan Spaniel | Female | spayed | 1 year and 7 months old

Jessica Keay, DVM · Accepted Answer

You can try an over the counter calming supplement such as zylkene or composure in combination with offering rewards during the bath such as treats. It will work best if you have two people, one to bathe the dog and one to feed treats while the bath is going on. You can even take a long wooden spoon and put peanut butter on the end so they can hold it in front of her face and she can lick the spoon while being bathed.

How can I make bath time less stressful for my dog who hates baths?

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