Counterconditioning and Desensitization Basics Ep216
From Creating Great Grooming Dogs by Chrissy Neumyer Smith MGBS, MCS, MCGE, CPG, CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA, FFCP
November 19, 2025 · 24 min · Episode 216
About this episode
This episode discusses the proper implementation of counterconditioning and desensitization techniques in dog grooming.
This week, we're discussing counterconditioning and desensitization. Many groomers misuse these terms, thinking they can simply expose dogs to scary tools or procedures to make them less sensitive, but this often has the opposite effect. We'll explore how to properly implement these techniques to help dogs feel safe, comfortable, and cooperative during grooming. For full transcripts, go to the audio episode on CreatingGreatGroomingDogs.com For more info on all of my classes etc, go to https://link.content360.io/CreatingGreatGroomingDogs You can also listen to this episode as a podcast on my website or anywhere you listen to podcasts. For more information about my classes- The full diploma program Master Groomer Behavior Specialist(MGBS) diploma program Want to support the show? Buy Me A Coffee! Mentioned in this episode: May 4th MGBS Start The MGBS program is through The Whole Pet Grooming Academy. Please follow this link for details! https://www.wholepetnh.com/diplomas/p/q841ezpqqpfvb61aarnve38em9zpgk-zchb7-4cpj7-zysd3-djrwn-cyyxf-8hcmn MGBS start date
People in this episode
Host: Chrissy Neumyer Smith
Topics covered
- counterconditioning
- desensitization
- dog grooming
- behavior techniques
- grooming safety
Keywords
- counterconditioning
- desensitization
- dog grooming
- grooming techniques
- behavior training
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Creating Great Grooming Dogs, The Whole Pet Grooming Academy
Products: Master Groomer Behavior Specialist(MGBS) diploma program
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