Dog Grooming

BSY

Course

In Dunsland Cross

Price on request

Description

  • Type

    Course

  • Location

    Dunsland cross

  • Start date

    Different dates available

Dog Grooming - a distance learning course by BSYWork up from the basics with this course in dog-grooming. The course delivers a foundation of knowledge for those desiring to work as a professional dog groomer. It could also be highly useful to those wishing to learn to groom their dog at home. Learn about the equipment necessary for grooming, different breed types and their type of coats, grooming methods and applications such as bathing, brushing, clipping and trimming.More than just a grooming how-to, this course includes the basic external anatomy of a dog, the recognition of common illnesses, the contraindication of treatments and a look at the risks of grooming to both groomer and dog.There will be also be guidance on what to do in emergencies, maintaining dogs' teeth, claws, eyes and ears. The course also advises on how to prepare dogs for shows as well as the exploration of employment possibilities.

Facilities

Location

Start date

Dunsland Cross (Devon)
EX22 7YT

Start date

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Subjects

  • Dog
  • Dog Grooming
  • Basic IT training
  • Basic IT
  • Basic
  • Anatomy

Course programme

Training Course Content

The course syllabus is structured as follows:

  • Lesson One
    • The History of Dogs and Grooming
      • The History of Domestic Dogs
      • Dogs and Man
      • The Dog-Human Partnership
      • Origins of Dog Grooming
      • Dog Grooming for Fashion
  • Lesson Two
    • The Role of the Dog Groomer
      • Dog Grooming - The Benefits
      • What is Involved in Dog Grooming?
      • The Basic Duties of a Dog Groomer
      • Grooming for Shows
      • Working as a Dog Groomer
  • Lesson Three
    • The Anatomy of a Dog
      • The Head and Ears
      • The Body
      • The Neck and Shoulders
      • The Back
      • The Torso
      • The Legs
      • The Paws
  • Lesson Four
    • The Tools of a Dog Groomer
      • Equipment
      • Health and Safety
      • Grooming Injuries
  • Lesson Five
    • Canine Illness and Healthcare
      • Grooming First Aid Kit
      • Canine Resuscitation
      • Parasites
      • Allergies and Skin Conditions
  • Lesson Six
    • Grooming Different Coat Types
      • Coat Types
      • Factors that Influence a Healthy Coat
  • Lesson Seven
    • Brushing, Bathing and Drying
      • Making Grooming a Pleasurable Process
      • A Grooming Diary
      • Brushing Skills
      • Canine Massage
      • Bathing
      • Drying
  • Lesson Eight
    • Clipping/Stripping the Coat
      • Clipping
      • Stripping
  • Lesson Nine
    • Eyes, Ears, Teeth and Claws
      • Eyes
      • Ears
      • Teeth
      • Claws
  • Lesson Ten
    • Showing Dogs
      • Types of Dog Show
      • Preparing for a Show
      • To Chalk or Not to Chalk?

Additional information

Expenses

For information on the cost of this training course, please contact BSY.

Instalment plans are available.

Dog Grooming

Price on request