Online Class: Dog Grooming 101 for Home Use
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 | | | Learn How to Groom and Care for Your Dog
| | Course Cost: 6 Month Subscription Course (no Certificate) = $35.00 Course with CEU Certificate* = $60.00 | * Instantly download, print, and share your CEU Certificate at course completion (additional shipping/handling charges apply for hard copy delivery).
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 Course Description For many of us, our dogs are considered beloved members of our family. They are constantly by our side and we know we can count on them even when it seems as though everyone else has abandoned us. It is not surprising then that when it comes to caring for our dogs, nothing but the best will do. We care for them as we care for our own children by feeding them, loving them and giving them plenty of attention. We also need to care for them in one other important way: by grooming them on a regular basis. In this course, we will show you how you can meet all of your dog's grooming needs. From bathing and brushing to nail clipping and even taking care of those nasty anal sacs, we will provide step by step instructions for making sure you do the job right.
Despite what you may think, grooming a dog isn't that difficult to do; all that you need are a few basic supplies, some patience and a handful of treats! Learning Outcomes By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
- Describe the preparations needed before starting the grooming process.
- Summarize the procedures involved in bathing and brushing a dog.
- Describe what to look for in doggie hygiene.
- Summarize the methods used to clip a dog's coat.
- Describe various customized coat care solutions.+
- Summarize basic doggie first-aid.
- Summarize next steps and career options in becoming a professional dog groomer, and
- Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
Course Lessons |  | Lesson 1 : Dog Grooming BasicsJust as grooming is an essential part of a human's daily routine, maintaining a regular dog-grooming routine is an important step in maintaining your dog's health. | Lesson 2 : Getting StartedIt should come as no surprise that when it comes to grooming your dog, consistency is one of the keys to success. One of the ways you can provide consistency is to carry out the grooming tasks in the same place each and every time. | Lesson 3 : Getting to Know Your Dog Inside and OutDon't worry, we're not going to get into the complexities of the digestive tract here. However, if you are going to tackle the task of grooming your dog, it is important that you have a basic understanding of its anatomy. | Lesson 4 : Bathing and BrushingIf you have children, what I'm about to say will make a great deal of sense: it takes longer to prepare to give your dog a bath than it does to actually complete the task. | Lesson 5 : Understanding Doggie HygieneOnce you've finished washing your dog's coat, face and ears, there are still other tasks to complete such as nail trimming, tooth brushing, eye care and some other not-so-pleasant tasks such as taking care of clogged anal sacs. | Lesson 6 : Clipping the CoatClipping your dog's coat for the first time isn't very different from giving your kid their first hair cut: it's an unnerving task, but once you learn the basics, you will be able to clip with confidence. | Lesson 7 : Customized Coat CareDog-grooming is not a one-size-fits-all prospect. Much of what you will and won't do to care for your dog's coat will depend on the coat's type and length. | Lesson 8 : The Not-So-Common OccurrencesUntil this point, we have focused on the routine tasks associated with dog grooming. But as we all know, there are times when the routine will be punctuated by some unusual occurrences. | Lesson 9 : Doggie First-aidNo matter how careful are you are and how many precautions you take, sooner or later, you are going to run into a situation which will require some knowledge of First-aid. | Lesson 10 : Time Saving Grooming TripAfter completing nine lessons on dog grooming, you might be feeling slightly overwhelmed. Don't despair, grooming your dog isn't nearly as time consuming or difficult as you might think. | Lesson 11 : Becoming a Professional Dog GroomerSo, let's imagine that you've taken everything you've learned in this course and have become quite good at grooming your dog. |
Additional Information | Course Title | : | Dog Grooming 101 | | CEU Value | : | | | Standard | : | Course Adheres to the ANSI/IACET 1-2007 Standard | | Accreditation | : | | | Languages | : | English - United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, and other English speaking countries | | Course Number | : | 7550107 | | Course Type | : | How To | | Course URL | : | | | Course Rating | : |  | | Instructor | : | | | Syllabus | : | | | Grading Policy | : | Earn a final grade of 70% or higher to receive a CEU Certificate documenting CEUs earned | | Assessment Method | : | Lesson assignments and review exams | | Duration | : | Continuous: Enroll anytime! | | Requirements | : | View Technical Requirements | | Course Fee | : | Basic Course: $35.00 (no CEU Certificate) | | | | | NOT FOR COLLEGE CREDIT This is a non-credit course, and is provided for your personal enrichment.
This course is not intended to be a substitute for any state, government, licensing, certification or educational requirements.
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