Kilroy's College

Kilroy's College

Online & Home Study Courses

Dog Grooming course

Course Contents

Remember, you can complete this Dog Grooming course within 12 months of enrolling. So take your first step by contacting us today !

Terrier Group

Utility Group

Toy Group

Gundog Group

Pastoral Group

Hound Group

Working Group

Poodles

Mixed Breeds

Puppies


Detailed Content

The Grooming Professional

  • Career Opportunities
  • Setup Needs
  • Communication with the Clients

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Introduction to Dogs

  • All About Dogs
  • Types of Dogs
  • Types of Personalities
  • General Handling of Dogs

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Introduction to Cats

  • All About Cats
  • Personality Types
  • General Handling

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Anatomy and Health Care of Dogs and Cats

  • Structure of the Dog
  • Structure of a Cat
  • Hands on Combing Exercises for the Dog or Cat

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Equipment Use and Care

  • Hand Tools
  • Large Equipment
  • Supplies for Washing

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Preparation of Dogs for Grooming

  • Preparation of the Dog's Coat
  • Preparation of the Dog's Body Areas

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Bathing and Drying

  • Commercial Hair Products
  • Bathing
  • Drying

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Basic Cuts and Grooming Procedures

  • Treatment of Mats
  • Clipping the Dog

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Terrier Group

  • Breeds of Terriers
  • Procedures of Terrier Cuts
  • Detailed Grooming of the West Highland White Terrier

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Utility Group

  • Breeds of Utility Dogs
  • Procedures of Utility Dog Cuts
  • Detailed Grooming of the Shih Tzu

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Toy Group

  • Breeds Of Toy Dogs
  • Procedures of Toy Dog Cuts
  • Detailed Grooming of the Bichon Frise

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Gundog Group

  • Breeds Of Gundogs
  • Procedures of Gundog Breed Cuts
  • Detailed Grooming of the American Cocker Spaniel

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Pastoral Group

  • Breeds Of Pastoral Dogs
  • Procedures of Pastoral Dog Cuts
  • Detailed Grooming of an Old English Sheepdog

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Hound Group

  • Breeds Of Hound Dogs
  • Hound Group Breed Cuts
  • Detailed Grooming of the Norwegian Elkhound

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Working Group

  • Working Dogs
  • Working Group Breed Cuts
  • Detailed Grooming of the Giant Schnauzer

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Poodles

  • Introduction to Poodles
  • Grooming the Poodle

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Mixed Breeds

  • Types of Cuts
  • Choosing the Mixed-breed Cut

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Puppies

  • Puppies
  • Grooming In Stages
  • Recognising the Signs of Stress
  • The Positive Grooming Experience
  • Introducing Puppy to Clippers
  • Bathing
  • Drying

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Specific Personalities

  • Introduction
  • The Fearful Dog
  • The Submissive Dog
  • The Dominant Dog
  • The Happy-Go-Lucky Dog
  • The Aggressive Dog
  • Observing and Reacting to Behaviour

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Grooming Dogs with Behaviour Problems

  • Developing a Plan for Grooming Problem Dogs
  • Protecting Yourself and Others
  • Using Muzzles
  • Teaching Owners To Curb Their Dog's Grooming Behaviour

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Introduction to Cats and Their Personalities

  • Cat Personality Types
  • Kittens
  • Handling Cats

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Cat Grooming Procedures

  • Proper Handling Procedures
  • Caring for a Cat's Fur
  • Grooming the Kitten
  • Involving the Owner

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The Business Side of Grooming

  • Job Descriptions
  • Setting Your Prices
  • Using the Telephone
  • Customer Service
  • Record Keeping for pet Information
  • Expanding Your Business
  • Financial and Legal Aspects

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Guide to Dog Grooming

  • Basic Methods and Techniques
  • Pregroom
  • Clipper Procedures
  • Using Blades
  • Safety
  • Scissoring
  • Clip-on Cuts
  • Shave-down
  • Dog Behaviour
  • Quick Reference Grooming Lists

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