Grooming Course
Tailwagrrrs offers the only certification course in Nova Scotia. The course is designed to prepare the student to work as a professional pet groomer. All students are required to supply their own clippers, blades and brushes and nail clippers and they must be approved by the instructor. Blow dryers, shampoos, conditioners, towels and hygiene products are provided.
Please contact Tailwagrrrs K9 Wellness Center for more information and start dates.
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Introduction to Grooming
- All about grooming equipment
- Basic obedience/handling techniques
- Product use, health hazards, sanitation
Health Care
- Anatomy basics
- Skin and coat care
- Product information
- Diet and Nutrition
- Foot, eye, ear and anal gland care
Basic Business
- Client groomer relationship (human and pet)
- Simple record keeping
- Accounting basics
- Marketing
Grooming Techniques
- Recognition of standards and grooming requirements for all breeds
- Possible cat grooming requirement