Principles of Dog Grooming

This course is designed to give you an insight into the Dog Grooming industry, including recognition of basic canine behaviour, identification of different breeds and their coat types, and basic techniques to practice such as bathing, drying and nail clipping. The course is designed for those who are considering a career in dog grooming and want to gain some basic skills, those who would like to learn to complete basic grooming on their own dogs at home, or students who are looking to progress on to the Level 2 Certificate in Dog Grooming. The course outcomes include recognising health and safety issues, identifying basic canine behaviour, identifying different breeds and coat types, naming grooming equipment and when to use it, demonstrating the ability to dilute shampoo correctly, and demonstrating the use of the equipment by grooming a dog.