Your dog is dangerous

The video introduces Mickey, a two-and-a-half-year-old Maremma and poodle mix, who has a history of being labeled as dangerous by previous groomers, leading to refusal of service. The groomer aims to identify Mickey's triggers and make grooming a less frightening experience. Mickey displays severe anxiety, particularly when approached near the face. Despite warnings, the groomer decides to observe Mickey's behavior before resorting to muzzling her. The groomer plans to shave Mickey to address matting, allowing her to sniff the equipment first to ease her anxiety. The video captures the groomer's cautious approach due to Mickey's size and potential to snap, emphasizing safety while also attempting to build trust.

The groomer continues to be cautious with Mickey, noting her body language as a sign of discomfort without clear warning signals like growling. The groomer explains that despite a calm and reassuring approach, it may be necessary to be more stern with Mickey. The groomer addresses common misconceptions about dogs being difficult due to pain, stating that it could simply be a resistance to being groomed. The video shows the groomer's struggle to wash Mickey's paws due to her fear and anxiety. Eventually, the groomer decides to bathe Mickey and attempts to wash her face with the muzzle off, taking precautions to avoid triggering an aggressive response.

The groomer describes the process of washing Mickey's face using a canister of tearless shampoo to avoid direct hand contact that might provoke a bite. The groomer expresses satisfaction with the progress made so far and hopes that Mickey is becoming more comfortable with the grooming process. When it comes to drying, the groomer anticipates resistance, especially around Mickey's face and head, and decides to use a crate with the dryer to finish the drying process. The groomer also plans to attempt finishing Mickey's haircut once she is dry, with a focus on her face, taking care not to trigger her.

The groomer works on Mickey's haircut, being mindful of her sensitivity to touch on her face. The groomer uses freshly sharpened scissors and tries to avoid actions that might provoke biting. Despite the challenges, the groomer manages to improve Mickey's appearance, though not achieving a perfect cut due to the need to avoid certain triggers. The groomer also addresses matting between Mickey's toes, successfully removing some but not all due to Mickey's discomfort. The video concludes with the groomer clipping Mickey's nails, showing progress and a positive outcome despite the initial difficulties.

The final paragraph discusses the groomer's approach to finishing Mickey's grooming session. The groomer acknowledges that Mickey is more relaxed than when she first arrived and expresses satisfaction with the progress. The groomer notes that while the haircut may not be perfect due to the need to work around Mickey's triggers, it is a significant improvement. The groomer also reflects on the time spent grooming Mickey, which was extended to three hours compared to the usual 75 minutes for a dog of her size. The video ends on a positive note, with the groomer stating that Mickey is a dog that can be worked on by other groomers once trust is established.