Bathing A Dog Research Paper

Okay, I know what you're thinking; "bathing a dog is not that complicated, so why do I need a guide on how to do it?". Bathing a dog is not rocket science, that much is true, but it's a little more complex than you'd think. Think about it this way, would you just rub soap all over yourself, wash it off, and call yourself clean? Sure, you might, but probably not.

Like human showers and baths, we do extra things based on who we are as individuals. If you're a woman, sometimes you will shave your legs, for example. Therefore, bathing a dog is not about just lathering up and washing the soap off, believe it or not. So, I'm going to give you the skinny on how I give my dog a bath, the right way!

Getting Your Dog in the Tub

I cannot stress the importance of this step, because it depends on your dog. For example, if your dog has arthritis in his legs,

Do not do this. If your dog is easily frightened, he will no doubt scratch you to death while trying to latch onto you and out of the tub. Don't turn the shower on to get your dog wet, it's a terrible idea, and it's a frightening experience for any dog.

Get a large cup, a juice jug, or even a bucket. Fill it up with the warm bath water and soak your dog. You will see in the picture below how I am wetting the area around my dog's head. I'm using a small cup to slowly pour water with her head titled, down to her back. Do not dump water on the head, and always be cautious of her ears.

(photo of me holding Stasia's head up and pouring water down the back of her neck)

In the photo below, you will also see me wetting the area underneath her ears. It's best to just leave the face alone because you don't want to get anything in their eyes. If you absolutely must rinse their face, wet your hands and rub around. Do not apply soap to the face. Always, always, keep water out of their