This will make grooming very easy as an adult. Find a comfortable spot, such as a towel on the floor. Keep the first grooming sessions short, keeping one hand on the dog and talking to her as you groom. If she struggles, stay calm and keep your hand on her so that you can keep her in the position you placed her in.
Timing is everything.
If you let the puppy up while she s struggling, she ll quickly figure out that all she has to do is fuss to get out of whatever she doesn t want to do. Save freedom and praise for the moment the puppy stops struggling and she ll realize there s nothing to fear. Do this daily or at least several times a week and she will soon look forward to grooming as being special attention time. Take the time to open the mouth, handle ears and feet. This will make teeth and ears easier to clean and nails easier to clip.