Not every pet enjoys grooming, and many find baths in particular to be unwelcome and unpleasant necessities. Fortunately, the experienced staff at All Creatures Inn in Nicholasville, Kentucky, has some tips for making bath time more tolerable for dogs, cats, and their owners.

The next time you bathe your pet, consider the following:

• Positivity: The ASPCA, American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, recommends always rewarding your cat or dog after a visit to a groomer by giving him special treats, a specific toy, or an extended walk after the visit.
• Introduce The Concept Slowly: Spend time introducing your pet to baths before taking him or her for the first grooming. Your animal needs to be exposed to the sensations and sounds involved in bathing in order for him or her to be calm when the experience arrives. Bring your pet into the bathroom with you when you shower or bathe, and then reward him or her afterwards with a special treat. Soon, the association between tubs and shampoo will begin to click.
• Stay Calm: The ASCPA warns that animals pick up on their owner’s emotions. If you’re worried about taking your cat or dog for a bath, the animal will begin to exhibit the same symptoms.
• Choose Your Groomer Wisely: At All Creatures Inn, each pet is given gentle, professional care without tranquilizers. Whether your pet is visiting the dog kennel or stopping in only for grooming, every animal is pampered.

All Creatures Inn strives to make every pet feel like he or she is visiting a spa. As a member of the American Boarding Kennels Association, All Creatures Inn is a home away from home for your pet, serving as an all-in-one pet kennel that offers pet boarding, pet grooming, and pet daycare.

If you’re in Nicholasville, Kentucky, call All Creatures Inn at (859) 233-9000 today for affordable pet grooming. You can also learn more about its dog and cat boarding services by visiting its web site.