Puppies are exciteable, energetic and love to learn things

Puppies are like sponges, they just soak up all the new information they are given, they love to learn and to please. You as their guardian have the responsibility to help them learn.

New experiences - people, places, sights, sounds they all count.

Lets put it into prospective - Would you send your 5 year old child to college?
I would think not (unless they were extremely gifted think sheldon off the big bang theory) 
You send them to preschool or nursery and then to primary school so they learn the basics first - right? 
So waiting until your pup is 6months old or older and then sending them to the groomers for their first visit is a bit like the 5 year old going to college, in many cases they are prepared for it and don't know how to cope with everything that is going on.
SO we need to start them young, and I mean as soon as they have had their vacinations and are allowed out into the world they need to visit a groomers, and yes they may not need a trim but they experience will help set them up, and many groomers now will have some sort of puppy package you can participate in to help your puppy become a confident canine. 
From first hand experience - puppies who are later coming to visit often are harder to work with as they have got into a poor routine at home where they maybe allowed to get away with things, like biting a brush or not settling and unfortunately this makes our job as groomers harder and instead of helping your delightful fluff ball have a smooth introduction we can be een as the bad guys , and sometimes for those unfortunate ones who dont allow guardians to brush them their first grooming experience will end up being a shocking sad expereince for all involved . And non of us want that 

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Puppy Grooming Checklist

🐾 Daily & Weekly At-Home Grooming
 ☐ Gently touch and handle your puppy ( making sure you do paws, ears, face, tail)
  ☐ Short, positive brushing sessions (build up slowly)  
☐ Lift your puppy onto a raised surface for grooming (do not leave unsupervised) 
 ☐ Use the correct tools for your dog’s coat type 
 ☐ Check high-friction areas (armpits, ears, tail base) for knots 
☐ Introduce grooming sounds (dryer, clipper noises) in short bursts  
🛁 Bathing and Drying Tip
☐ Brush before the bath to remove tangles  
☐ Use a non-slip mat in the sink/tub  
☐ Start with lukewarm water and avoid eyes, ears, and mouth  
☐ Gently pat or squeeze dry—avoid rubbing  
☐ Use a low, cool hairdryer only if your pup is comfortable  
☐ Watch for signs of discomfort (shaking, yawning, lip licking)  
✂️ Preparing for the Groomer 
☐ Build trust with tools and handling at home  
☐ Choose a consistent groomer you can communicate with  
☐ Share your puppy’s triggers or preferences  
☐ Start with shorter sessions or just a bath/brush visit  
💬 After the Groo
☐ Observe your puppy at home for any stress signals  
☐ Ask for feedback: what went well, what was tricky?  
☐ Revisit gentle handling or tools if anything caused discomfort  
☐ Praise and comfort your pup after every visit 
 📆 Routine Makes the Difference
 ☐ Schedule grooming every 4–8 weeks (more for high-maintenance coats) or bath and brush in-between full grooms as they grow will help  
☐ Keep the experience positive—not rushed or forced  
☐ Celebrate small wins. Every calm brush or easy bath is a step forward.

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