Course details

This course is suitable for those who wish to work under supervision and independently in an animal grooming facility.

Course Content:
  • Canine, feline and other small animal body language so as to handle, house and groom animals appropriately
  • Cycles of hair and nail growth in a variety of dog breeds and other small animals
  • Anatomical skin structure and physical skin 
  • appearance in animals so as to be able to suggest skin and coat abnormalities
  • Potential causes of hair loss and how to deal with them if evident in the grooming facility
  • Correct uses of equipment used in the grooming facility and the appropriate maintenance of such equipment
  • Information sources, including dog owner, examination and observations of dog, to plan the grooming process including brushing and de-matting, nail and ear care, bathing, drying and clipping, hand stripping and or cutting as appropriate

Updated on 08 November, 2015

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