bathing my dog

Hi, I have 6 month old chorkie and she is so bad when I try to bathe her. She acts like she is scared. How can I make it more pleasing to her?

Use favorite mini treats and make sure you keep your hand on her at all times. When she is doing something you approve of feed a treat and praise. If she is fearful of the water run a little in the tub or sink first and plug it then keep the water running slow talk happy and sweet to her while wetting her (not consoleing you don't want to enforce fear). When you keep your hand on the dog at all times that makes them feel safe and you could even put a towel down in the tub or sink for traction while bathing. Make sure you are rinsing all the way under the armpits, and private area. These places collect soap and will make the animal itchy after a bath for days. If you are using a flea and tick shampoo or medicated shampoo buy some eye lube from the pet store or vets office. You need to protect the eyes. Medicated shampoos can cause ulserations and could damage the eye. good luck and go slow. Soon your pup will enjoy the baths or atleast not act like you are trying to drowned her hehe.