Bathing a large dog in a bathtub can be one of life's most trying of events. It is, however, well worth the effort. You will be rewarded in knowing you are helping to keep your pet healthy. Additionally, you will know your home won't smell like the primate building at the zoo. To begin, prepare the bathing area. Gather several large bath towels, usually six are adequate. Put two of these on the floor near …showed first 75 words of 552 total…

…showed last 75 words of 552 total…the shampoo with a rinse from head to tail. Now pat your dog dry with a towel. Dry the paws individually. Your dog will help you with the drying process as he shakes excess water into your unsuspecting face. After a few of these seizure-like episodes, assuredly, he will exit the tub without assistance. After you remove the soggy towels and trapped fur accumulations and scour the tub, congratulate yourself on a job well done.