Dog Groomer Training Classes

LA Pet Home Dog Groomer Training Classes

Our six-week, fully hands-on pet grooming training is designed for those who wish to pursue a career as a professional pet groomer. Training is conducted in small groups of a maximum of six participants.

Participants can bring their equipment and pets or practice with live dogs or life-like models provided by us, all under the guidance of experienced instructors.

The training is entirely practical and will be conducted according to occupational health and safety regulations.

At the end of the program, participants will receive a  ‘Certificate of Participation’.

For more information, please fill out our online form and submit it. Call or text us today for any questions regarding the training.

What Will You Learn?

• Introduction to pet grooming
• Brushing, washing, and drying
• Clipping/scissor cuts for different breeds
• Special styling and fur dyeing
• Specialized baths

Who Can Attend?

Anyone interested in becoming a professional pet groomer.

Training Schedule

The pet grooming training is 6 weeks (180 hours (theoretical 45h) (practical 135) Monday-Friday).

Who is a Pet Groomer and What Do They Do?

• Getting to know our furry friends
• How to handle dogs based on their psychology
• Important considerations for dog grooming
• Occupational health and safety
• Introduction to the workplace and salon equipment
• Hygiene of the workspace and equipment
• How to prepare the work environment
• How to manage customer relations and requests

Brushing, Bathing, and Drying

• Brushing
• Brushing techniques based on breed characteristics
• What are the different types of brushes, and what are they used for?
• Bathing
• Important considerations when bathing a dog
• Key points to consider during grooming applications for dogs
• Drying
• Proper use of a dryer and important safety measures
• Matting and Tangling Issues
• Introduction to Auxiliary Equipment and Cosmetics
  
• Special Care
• Nail trimming and care for eyes, ears, hygiene areas, teeth, and paws

Clipper/Scissor Trims by Breed

• Types of clippers, handling, and usage
• Types of scissors and their usage
• Clipper trims for dogs
• Scissor trims for dogs
• Customized trims based on request or need
• Salon model trims
• Show model trims
• Puppy model trims
• Breed-specific scissor cuts for dogs
• Breeds, situations, and reasons unsuitable for trimming

Costs

• Format
• In-person (hands-on)
• Duration
• 6 weeks (180 hours (theoretical 45h) (practical 135), 5 days/ week)
• Prerequisites
• None 
• Costs
• $5000 and $200 registration fee