Course Curriculum

Why Do We Groom? 00:07:00
Equipment and Techniques 00:31:00
Keep Your Dog Healthy and Clean 00:50:00
THINGS TO LOOK FOR BEFORE YOU GROOM A DOG 00:09:00
Pre-grooming and General Care 00:21:00
Preparation 00:20:00
How to Bathe Your Dog 00:09:00
How to Get Your Dog to Love Bath Time 00:06:00
Drying Your Dog After a Bath 00:09:00
Bathing and Drying General Considerations 00:15:00
Grooming Details (Clipping, Scissors, Ears, Teeth, Feet, Bottoms) 00:19:00

Dog Care and Grooming Course Overview

The Dog Care and Grooming Course provides practical knowledge of canine grooming, hygiene and everyday health care. Regular grooming supports a dog’s comfort, keeps the skin and coat healthy, and helps identify potential health problems early.

You will learn about different dog coat types, essential grooming tools, bathing and brushing techniques, and routine nail, ear and dental care. The Dog grooming online course also covers canine skin and coat health, safe dog-handling methods, grooming equipment and hygiene procedures.

Ideal for dog owners, aspiring dog groomers and animal care professionals, this online dog grooming course develops useful skills that can be applied at home or in a professional grooming environment. The content is explained clearly, with practical guidance and no previous experience required.

Learning Outcomes

  • Identify different coat types and choose the right grooming tools for each

  • Apply proper bathing and brushing techniques suited to a dog’s coat and skin

  • Carry out nail trimming, ear cleaning, and basic dental care safely

  • Recognise signs of poor skin and coat health that may need further attention

  • Use safe handling techniques to keep dogs calm and comfortable during grooming

  • Maintain grooming equipment and hygiene standards to a professional level

  • Apply dog care and grooming knowledge confidently in real-world pet care settings

Your Benefits by Learning with ‘Cambridge Open Academy’

  • Accreditation: Showcase your ability with our CPD accredited Dog Care and Grooming to potential employers.
  • Free Certificate: Get a Free Digital Certificate upon successful completion of the Online dog grooming certification.
  • Flexibility: Learn virtually from anywhere, anytime at your own pace and convenience.
  • Advance Your Career: Upskill to impress your employers and land your dream job or long-awaited promotion.
  • Immediately Applicable Coursework: Keep up with the latest skill trend by putting your skillsets to work.
  • Affordability: Save big with our online Dog Care and Grooming as it not only suits your professional needs but also fits within your budget.
  • Tutor Support: Get tutor support on weekdays, 9-5 am, and our dedicated 24/7 customer support.
  • Lifetime Access: Achieve lifetime access to the top-notch expertly crafted course materials.

Our Specialised Delivery Method:

  • Interactive Learning Materials: The course modules were created using an EdTech industry-recognised tool to keep you engaged at all times. With this tool, you get interactive, engaging and top-notch course contents. In our courses, you can take advantage of features like—
    • Drop Down Menu
    • Drag and Drop
    • Flash Card
    • Label Graphic
    • Timeline View
  • Responsiveness: In light of contemporary mobile and point-of-need learning trends, our courses are designed to be intrinsically dynamic and provide you with the ultimate eLearning solution. These courses will adapt to any gadget without any extra software.
  • Learner Friendly Navigation: Our courses are also quite simple to navigate for any learner. These courses are designed with simplicity and a modern flow that appeals to a wide range of learning audiences, regardless of their technological background and gadgets.
  • Elegant Outline: Our courses are visually appealing, where you can —
    • track your progress on the left-side navigation toolbar.
    • engage in drag-and-drop sorting activities and 
    • use the multiple response question to test your understanding of course topics.

With your newly acquired skills from this course can help you

  • Increase Your Hireability.
  • Make Yourself a Valuable Asset
  • Get Your Long-awaited Promotion.
  • Boost Your Pay-scale
  • Better Your Productivity

Certification:

Once you have successfully completed the Dog Care and Grooming course with certificate, you will receive a PDF certificate completely free of cost as a proof of your accomplishment. The hardcopy certificate is also available for the cost of £9.99.

Note: Delivery of hardcopy certificate is free within the United Kingdom. However, to obtain a hardcopy certificate, International students will have to pay additional fees based on their location.

Who is this Dog Care and Grooming Course for?

This Dog grooming training online is developed for people who wish to excel in their professional and personal life. Learn from industry leaders and interact with a global network of experts by enrolling in this Dog Care and Grooming course.

Requirements

Enrolling in our Dog Care and Grooming course does not require any prior knowledge or experience. All that is required is an internet-connected gadget and a passion to learn.

Career Path

  • Dog Groomer / Pet Groomer

    Bathe, clean, trim, brush, and style dogs’ coats while maintaining hygiene standards and ensuring animal comfort in grooming salons or veterinary-related settings.

    Salary: £20,000–£35,000 per year, with entry-level roles around £18,000–£25,000 and experienced groomers earning £28,000–£40,000+.

  • Mobile Dog Groomer

    Provide on-site grooming services directly at clients’ homes using a fully equipped grooming van, offering convenience, flexibility, and personalised care.

    Salary: £25,000–£45,000+ per year, with self-employed groomers often earning more once an established client base is developed.

  • Grooming Salon Assistant / Hygiene Technician

    Support professional groomers by assisting with bathing, drying, nail trimming, pre-groom preparation, and maintaining a clean, hygienic salon environment.

    Salary: £18,000–£26,000 per year.

  • Grooming Salon Manager

    Oversee daily operations of a grooming salon, including staff supervision, customer service, hygiene compliance, scheduling, and overall business performance.

    Salary: £24,000–£35,000 per year.

  • Self-Employed Dog Cleaner / Home-Based Groomer

    Operate an independent grooming or dog cleaning service from home or a small premises, offering hygiene treatments and basic grooming services.

    Salary: £20,000–£50,000+ per year, depending on client volume and pricing structure.

  • Pet Retail / Daycare Hygiene Specialist

    Work in pet shops, boarding facilities, or daycare centres focusing on animal hygiene, coat maintenance, and basic grooming support for customers and animals.

    Salary: £19,000–£28,000 per year, with higher earnings in supervisory or management roles.

Certification:​

Once you have successfully completed this course, you can order a certificate as proof of your achievement.

A PDF certificate is available for £5.99. You can also request a hardcopy certificate for £9.99.

Delivery of the hardcopy certificate is free within the United Kingdom. For international learners, an additional delivery charge will apply based on the destination country.

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