Like humans, dogs can develop unique quirks, as demonstrated by Goose, a cocker spaniel puppy who will only have his hair dried under one condition.
He must be curled up on his owner Kylie D’Alencon’s lap, receiving gentle pats, as seen in a TikTok video (@thecheekiestgoose), which received more than 2.2 million views.
The 27-year-old told Newsweek that it became part of their routine following his first bath at around 10 weeks old. Now, at 4 months old, they have continued to do it every bath time. D’Alencon said: “It has now become his routine, and as soon as he hears the hair-dryer, he will come and crawl into my lap.”
If the primary schoolteacher from Sydney, Australia, entertains the idea of drying his hair any other way, “he doesn’t like it at all,” she said. “He will walk away and cry, so we stick to the routine that makes him feel safe.”
On January 17, she shared the video captioned: “He hasn’t had his first groom yet and I’m scared.” There was also text asking how she should tell the groomer about him only liking the blow-dryer when he is cuddled.
“I’m still looking for a groomer who understands the specific grooming needs of a cocker spaniel,” D’Alencon told Newsweek. “I’m being very careful to find someone who will meet his needs and keep him comfortable.”
Newsweek previously spoke to Dr. Preston Turano, a veterinarian and spokesperson at AKC Pet Insurance, about how often you should wash your dog.
Turano said that the frequency of bathing a canine depends on its breed, lifestyle, and owner. Dogs that spend more time indoors need baths only every couple of months, while active or working breeds may require more frequent cleaning based on activity levels and weather.
Bathing helps reduce odors, remove debris, and minimize allergens that can cause skin issues such as allergic dermatitis. It also allows owners to spot potential skin problems, like lesions, abrasions, or fleas, especially in long-haired breeds.
Some owners opt against groomers to save money, but others may not have the time or simply prefer a professional to do the job.
While cuddling isn’t part of their services, groomers have commented on the video, which has over 302,000 likes, saying they would be more than happy to assist Goose’s needs.
“As a groomer, 11/10 I LOVE when dogs do this,” posted one user, and another wrote: “I would love to do that. Honestly, we’re on our feet all day; the right groomer would be glad to have some cuddles rather than a dog fighting or biting.”
A third commenter said: “Honestly, I’d give you a discount just for the joy of this interaction.”
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