Interested in being a dog groomer? Here’s what you need to know.
Where To Learn
There is no dog grooming license, but learning and being certified helps. Here’s how you can train:
Online Courses
There are plenty of online studying options that teach you about the basics of canine grooming, from anatomy understanding, fur maintenance, behavioral management, and more.
School
Dog grooming schools aren’t as uncommon as they sound, and you can receive certifications for what you do through them!
Train For Real
Theory is very different from practical application, and there’s nothing quite like hands-on experience to make you learn very quickly.
What You’ll Learn
When you train to be a dog groomer, you will learn about:
- Breeds. Different breeds have different bodies, fur styles, and needs, and you’ll need to know about what they’re built for.
- First Aid. Learn CPR, basic vital-sign checking, preventative care, and more. This will ensure you can keep dogs in your care safe.
- Techniques. You will learn to strip, card, and thin double-coated hair flawlessly.
- Patterns. You will learn how to best cut dog fur in such a way that the end result is great to look at.
Jobs
As a dog groomer, you have these career options.
Open Your Own Business
This is a very difficult task, but if you have the funds and the acumen, why not go for it?
Home Grooming
You can do house calls to groom dogs, which means lugging around all your equipment in exchange for less anxiety from the dog.
With A Store
Lots of pet stores offer grooming services, and they may be hiring!
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