Course Overview

Grooming is more than keeping your dog looking good—it plays a key role in their health and hygiene. This Dog Grooming Course covers all the essentials, from coat care and bathing to handling skin conditions and using grooming tools correctly. Learn how to recognise common health concerns, maintain hygiene, and keep your dog calm throughout the grooming process.

You’ll gain a solid foundation in grooming techniques, canine anatomy, coat types, and safety protocols, along with detailed guidance on clipping, drying, brushing, and nail trimming. The course also prepares you for real-world scenarios, including first aid and pre-grooming checks. Whether you’re a dog owner, animal care worker, or aspiring groomer, this course will help you develop safe and effective grooming skills.

Learning Outcomes

  • After completing this course, you'll be able to demonstrate your understanding on:
  • Dog's behaviour and the nature of their communication
  • The anatomy of the dog and different body parts
  • Different types of dog breeds and dog coats
  • How to bathe your dog, maintain its coat, brush its teeth and trim its nails
  • Broaden your knowledge of dog hygiene, common canine diseases and their treatment
  • Become a professional dog groomer and work in salons or clients' homes
  • Discover expert tips on pre-grooming and general care
  • Familiarise with professional dog grooming tools and equipment
  • Understand the nature of the dog grooming industry and its history
  • Know how to take action in the case of a seizure or cardiac arrest

Who is this Course for?

  • Dog owners who want to groom their pets at home
  • Aspiring or new dog groomers looking to build their skills
  • Pet care professionals and animal service workers
  • Anyone preparing to start a dog grooming business

Why Choose This Course from Animal Care

  • Covers all grooming essentials in one complete program
  • Learn at your own pace, online and from any device
  • Includes grooming safety, tools, first aid, and coat care
  • CPD-accredited with certificate on completion

Requirements

No previous experience is required. This course is accessible on any device, smartphone, tablet, or computer, and can be studied from anywhere with an internet connection.

Career Path

  • Dog Groomer (home-based, salon, or mobile service)
  • Pet Care Assistant
  • Dog Walker or Sitter
  • Kennel or Rescue Centre Worker
  • Veterinary Assistant

Certification

Once you’ve successfully completed this course, you can obtain the Digital (PDF) Certificate for only £4.99. Also, you can have your printed certificate delivered by post for only £9.99 (FREE POSTAGE). With these affordable pricing on certificates, we’re also offering the PDF Transcript for £2.99. Also, you can have your printed transcript delivered by post for only £7.99 (FREE POSTAGE). All of our courses are fully accredited, providing you with up-to-date skills and knowledge and helping you to become more competent and effective in your chosen field. Our certifications have no expiry dates, although we do recommend that you renew them every 12 months.

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Course Curriculum

Module 1: The History of Dog Grooming
The History of Dog Grooming 00:08:00
Module 2: Why Do We Groom?
Why Do We Groom? 00:07:00
Module 3: Anatomy
Anatomy 00:15:00
Module 4: Breed Groups and Coat Types
Breed Groups and Coat Types 00:20:00
Module 5: Equipment and Techniques
Equipment and Techniques 00:30:00
Module 6: Keep Your Dog Healthy and Clean Part 1
Keep Your Dog Healthy and Clean Part – 1 00:28:00
Module 7: Keep Your Dog Healthy and Clean Part 2
Keep Your Dog Healthy and Clean Part – 2 00:24:00
Module 8: Things to Look for Before You Groom a Dog
Things to Look for Before You Groom a Dog 00:09:00
Module 9: Pre-grooming and General Care
Pre-grooming and General Care 00:21:00
Module 10: Preparation
Preparation 00:20:00
Module 11: Skin Conditions Part 1
Skin Conditions Part -1 00:24:00
Module 12: Skin Conditions Part 2
Skin Conditions Part -2 00:24:00
Module 13: How to Bathe Your Dog
How to Bathe Your Dog 00:09:00
Module 14: How to Get Your Dog to Love Bath Time
How to Get Your Dog to Love Bath Time 00:06:00
Module 15: Drying Your Dog After a Bath
Drying Your Dog After a Bath 00:08:00
Module 16: Bathing and Drying: General Considerations
Bathing and Drying General Considerations 00:14:00
Module 17: Grooming Details (Clipping, Scissors, Ears, Teeth, Feet, Bottoms)
Grooming Details (Clipping, Scissors, Ears, Teeth, Feet, Bottoms) 00:18:00
Module 18: Basic First Aid Part 1
Basic First Aid Part-1 00:36:00
Module 19: Basic First Aid Part 2
Basic First Aid Part-2 00:41:00
Order Your Certificate
Order Your Certificate 00:00:00

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Dog Grooming
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