Things You'll Need
- Brush
- Bath tub
- Warm water
- Restraints
- Dog shampoo
- Towel
- Blow dryer
Instructions
Brush the dog's fur gently to remove any tangles or matted areas. This is an especially important step for dogs with long fur, but can be skipped for short-haired dogs.
Take your dog into the bathroom and close the door. Run a bath or turn on the shower. Make sure the water is warm, but not too hot.
Place your dog in the bathtub and begin to wet his fur. If the dog is constantly trying to escape, consider purchasing restraints from your local pet store.
Shampoo the dog's fur using a gentle shampoo intended for use on dogs. Massage it into the dog's skin, working it into a lather, until the dog's whole body has been covered.
Rinse the dog thoroughly, making sure no traces of shampoo remain on his skin.
Remove the dog from the bath tub and towel him dry.
Use a pet dryer or a blow dryer on the coolest setting to dry your dog. Blow dry your dog thoroughly until his fur is completely dry.