If your dog is afraid of the groomers, then, my friend, you have some serious issues you should talk over with them. All groomers should have the greatest patience with dogs.....golly that is why we take our pets to them, as they are supposed to be fully trained in that field.

I changed my groomer once as I didn't like the way she handled my dog. There are plenty around, just go look and find a better one that won't scare the life out of your dog.