unhingedflareon1111
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My dog is a mini poodle with extremely thick, extremely curly hair. The only thing that keeps him from getting matted is brushing him with a firm slicker every day. I have him cut to 3/8 in. every 6 weeks.
However, he acts like he’s dying. We’ve tried positive reinforcement, associating the brush with really good treats, and desensitization using a soft slicker.
He’s the kind of dog that needs pain meds after vaccines, we tried to use an e-collar for recall once, and the micro educator on the lowest setting was too much. A big dog barely stepped on him yesterday, and he yelped like he was grievously injured. Basically, he’s really sensitive and I think the slicker brush is hurting him.
Im about ready to shave him and buy him a sweater, but I feel like there has to be a better way.
However, he acts like he’s dying. We’ve tried positive reinforcement, associating the brush with really good treats, and desensitization using a soft slicker.
He’s the kind of dog that needs pain meds after vaccines, we tried to use an e-collar for recall once, and the micro educator on the lowest setting was too much. A big dog barely stepped on him yesterday, and he yelped like he was grievously injured. Basically, he’s really sensitive and I think the slicker brush is hurting him.
Im about ready to shave him and buy him a sweater, but I feel like there has to be a better way.