'Dramatic' Golden Retriever Gives Mom The Silent Treatment After Trip To The Groomer
Like people, many dogs come out of a hair appointment with a little pep in their step and feeling refreshed. But not this pup. Nope, this golden retriever is apparently not thrilled about his newly coiffed fur, giving mom the sad eyes and silent treatment on the ride home from a grooming appointment.
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"My dramatic golden retriever after the groomer," reads the words on the video of the dog named Zebby solemnly looking out the car window as his pet mom repeatedly tells him he's "handsome" until he flat-out ignores her. "He said I don't wanna be handsome ☹️☹️☹️," notes the content creator, to which someone in the comments retorted, "He said I'm handsome but I'm not happy."
Meanwhile, others in the comments had things like this to say: "He's embarrassed 😂" and "he's big mad 😂." No matter what he is, he's still cute! And now, very well groomed. Maybe next time another before-and-after beach transformation is more up this pup's alley!
Why some dogs don't like going to a groomer
For lots of dogs, grooming day ranks somewhere between going to the vet and taking a bath. While some pups will contentedly sit there, like this cavapoo who can't keep his eyes open, others act like a brush is their mortal enemy. That's because grooming can be a lot more overwhelming than it looks from a human perspective.
There's a lot happening during a typical dog grooming session — brushes can snag on tangled fur while buzzing clippers and high-powered blow dryers can be scary. On top of that, dogs are expected to be still while someone they don't know touches sensitive parts of their body, including trimming their nails. So, for a dog that isn't used to the experience, it's easy to see why grooming can be stressful instead of relaxing.
However, with patience and practice, dogs can learn to at least tolerate grooming, if not like it. That might mean introducing brushes and clippers gradually, rewarding calm behavior with treats, and keeping sessions short to help build a positive association. Just remember, the goal isn't to force your dog through grooming, but to help them realize it's nothing to truly be afraid of.