08/22/2026
🐾 Sometimes “aggressive” just means they need a little more patience. 💕🐾
Before this sweet girl’s appointment, her mom let me know that she had a history of aggression during grooming and even arrived with a muzzle. So instead of jumping straight into the groom, I gave her time.
I let her smell the salon, check out her surroundings, get comfortable with me, and realize that she was safe before I ever started handling her.
Once it was time to groom, I stayed patient, moved at her pace, and paid close attention to her body language and any warning signs.
And guess what?! She did EXCEPTIONAL! 🥹👏🏼
Not ONE snap.
Not ONE growl.
Not ONE time showing her teeth.
Nothing.
She genuinely ended up being one of the BEST grooms, and by the time we were finished, I think it’s safe to say we were best friends. 😂💗 Just look at that happy face!
It really makes me wonder if sometimes a dog labeled “aggressive” simply hasn’t been handled in a way that makes that particular dog feel comfortable.
Every dog is different. Some need extra time. Some need space. Some need breaks. And some just need someone willing to listen to what their body language is saying instead of forcing them through the process.
Of course, safety will ALWAYS come first, and aggression should always be taken seriously. But patience, proper handling, building trust, and recognizing warning signs can make a HUGE difference. 🐾
Today this girl walked in with a muzzle… and walked out fresh, beautiful, smelling amazing, rocking her big pink bow, and with a new best friend. 🎀🖤
These are the grooms that make me love what I do even more. 🥹🐾
Patience is KEY. Trust is earned. 💕
— Polished Pup 🐾