Welsh Corgi

LUCY

Taylan Bradley walks you through a gentle introduction to bathing, drying, and tidying up a young Welsh Corgi puppy named Lucy. At just 5 or 6 months old, Lucy is still getting used to the grooming process, so this tutorial focuses on building trust, working safely with a long-backed breed, and introducing tools and sensations in a calm, supportive way. From her soggy puppy face to her sculpted mini peach bum, this tidy-up is all about creating positive early experiences.

PART 1 Lucy gets two shampoos and a conditioning rinse, with Tay showing how to thoroughly wet, wash, and rinse a young double coat without overwhelming the pup. You’ll see how to protect ears and eyes, how to apply whitening soap safely, and how to make bath time feel secure and manageable for wiggly little bodies.

PART 2 From towel-drying to introducing the dryer, Tay uses calm handling and short intervals to keep Lucy comfortable and cooperative. This section includes tips on airspeed control, using an overhead dryer, and the importance of gentle brushing during the drying process to avoid skin irritation.

PART 3 In the final part of Lucy’s tidy-up, Taylan covers safe puppy nail clipping, pad tidying, and how to gently introduce scissoring around the feet and rear. Learn how to create a soft, sculpted 'peachy bum' shape that balances breed standard with modern pet style, without stressing a young dog.

Part 1

Part 2

Part 3

Study Notes | Key Concepts

- Keep sessions short, calm, and encouraging.
- Praise frequently and pause during tantrums rather than pushing through.
- Touch feet, ears, and face often to build tolerance early.
- Suggest regular visits (e.g. every 2 weeks) during the early months.
- Support the spine during all handling - long-backed breeds can be prone to injury.
- Fully saturate the coat to ensure shampoo reaches the skin.
- Use whitening soap sparingly and buffer it with regular shampoo to avoid colour staining.
- Condition the belly, chest, and rear to help loosen dead coat.
- Towel dry thoroughly and use mats to absorb water underfoot.
- Start with a Happy Hoodie and lowest dryer setting.
- Work from the rear forward and avoid direct face drying with high velocity dryers.
- Brush lightly during drying to avoid brush burn and overstimulation.
- Support the body securely when trimming nails or pads.
- Use thinners for soft finishes and safer shaping on young or sensitive dogs.
- Avoid clipping the groin or bum area on double-coated breeds.
- Check symmetry and always keep safety zones (like hock tendons) in mind.