Dog Care and Grooming Course
Course Overview
You’ll have an arsenal of skills to lock down your desired career after completing this Dog Care and Grooming Course. Moreover, you will have access to all of the materials in this course for free for a whole year and learn a multitude of highly coveted skills to move up the corporate ladder.
With this comprehensive Dog Care and Grooming Course, you’ll have all of your questions answered and all of the necessary expertise under your belt. Apart from setting you up for success, this course offers numerous advantages to make your learning experience more pleasurable and less stressful. So, add this Dog Care and Grooming Course to the basket and take your expertise up a notch!
Please Note: Thames College is a One Education approved resale partner for Quality Licence Scheme Endorsed courses.
Why Choose Thames College?
Thames College offers you the benefit of —
- Learn with engaging voice-over and visual elements to facilitate your learning process.
- Receive round-the-clock access to expert assistance.
- Participate in quick assessments and get instant feedback on your progress.
- Study at your own schedule from the convenience of your own home.
Who Is This Course For?
Those who want to strengthen their professional skills while training for the desired job should take advantage of the Dog Care and Grooming Course! This course will keep you up-to-date with all the latest developments and coach you accordingly. So invest in this Dog Care and Grooming Course if you want the best training available.
Certificate of Achievement
CPD Certification
After successfully completing the assessment of this Dog Care and Grooming Course, you can apply for the CPD accredited certificates. The PDF version is only £2.99 and the Hardcopy version will cost you £8.99.
Requirements
No formal entry requirements! No prerequisites or relevant experience is required!
This course is accessible to anyone with an eagerness to learn. All you require is—
- A smart device with a stable internet connection
- A keen interest in this subject
- And being over the age of 16.
Career Path
Utilise this all-inclusive course to acquire the skills and expertise you’ll need to thrive in the workplace.
Course Curriculum
| Module-1 | |||
| The History of Dog Grooming | 00:15:00 | ||
| Why Do We Groom? | 00:15:00 | ||
| Anatomy | 00:15:00 | ||
| Breed Groups and Coat Types | 00:15:00 | ||
| Equipment and Techniques | 01:00:00 | ||
| Keep Your Dog Healthy and Clean | 01:00:00 | ||
| Things to Look for Before you Groom a Dog | 00:15:00 | ||
| Pre-grooming and General Care | 00:30:00 | ||
| Preparation | 00:30:00 | ||
| Skin Conditions | 01:00:00 | ||
| How to Bathe Your Dog | 00:15:00 | ||
| How to Get Your Dog to Love Bath Time | 00:15:00 | ||
| Drying Your Dog After a Bath | 00:15:00 | ||
| Bathing and Drying: General Considerations | 00:15:00 | ||
| Grooming Details (Clipping, Scissors, Ears, Teeth, Feet, Bottoms) | 00:30:00 | ||
| Basic First Aid | 01:00:00 | ||
| Module-2 | |||
| Understanding the appropriate food ingredients | 00:30:00 | ||
| Dogs need different diets at different ages | 00:15:00 | ||
| Vitamin and mineral supplements | 00:15:00 | ||
| Boredom and variety | 00:15:00 | ||
| Cost of feeds | 00:15:00 | ||
| Dry vs. Canned food | 00:15:00 | ||
| Homemade diets | 00:15:00 | ||
| Module-3 | |||
| Food allergies | 00:30:00 | ||
| How much should I feed my dog? | 00:30:00 | ||
| How often should I feed my dog? | 00:30:00 | ||
| Signs of ill health | 00:30:00 | ||
| Heart worm, fleas and other parasites | 00:30:00 | ||
| Heartworm prevention | 00:15:00 | ||
| Common questions about heartworm | 00:30:00 | ||
| Module-4 | |||
| Fleas and other parasites | 00:30:00 | ||
| Do parasites cause “Scooting”? | 00:15:00 | ||
| Preventing dental disease | 00:30:00 | ||
| Home dental care | 00:30:00 | ||
| Veterinary dental treatments | 00:30:00 | ||
| The importance of the physical examination | 00:30:00 | ||
| Why are regular check-ups important? | 00:15:00 | ||
| Module-5 | |||
| What happens during an examination? | 00:30:00 | ||
| How often should my pet be examined? | 00:15:00 | ||
| How to administer medicine | 00:30:00 | ||
| Nursing a sick dog | 00:30:00 | ||
| Vaccinations | 00:30:00 | ||
| Common questions about vaccinations | 00:30:00 | ||
| Spaying and neutering | 00:30:00 | ||
| Module-6 | |||
| Spaying of the Female dog | 00:30:00 | ||
| Surgical neutering of the male dog | 00:30:00 | ||
| Pet health insurance | 00:30:00 | ||
| Clipping a dog | 00:15:00 | ||
| First steps in grooming | 00:30:00 | ||
| Bathing a dog | 00:30:00 | ||
| Pet Identification | 00:30:00 | ||
| Module-7 | |||
| Dog Care Basics | 00:30:00 | ||
| What Items Do You Need For Your Dog | 00:45:00 | ||
| The Vet Is Your Friend | 00:30:00 | ||
| Caring For An Elderly Dog | 00:30:00 | ||
| Caring For A Disabled Dog | 00:15:00 | ||
| Caring For Small Dogs | 00:15:00 | ||
| Caring For Big Dogs | 00:30:00 | ||
| The Dangers Of Not Caring For Your Best Friend | 00:30:00 | ||
| Wrapping Up | 00:15:00 | ||
| Module-8 | |||
| How to Groom a Dog | 00:15:00 | ||
| Require Materials for Grooming a Dog | 00:15:00 | ||
| Clipping the Nails | 00:15:00 | ||
| Brushing the Teeth | 00:15:00 | ||
| Ear Cleaning | 00:15:00 | ||
| Bathing | 00:15:00 | ||
| Brushing/Combing the Coat | 00:15:00 | ||
| Assessment | |||
| Assignment – Dog Care and Grooming Course | 00:00:00 | ||
Certificate of Achievement
Upon completion, you will receive a CPD-accredited certificate recognised globally. Choose from:
Pdf Certificate & Transcript £7.99
Hardcopy Certificate & Transcript £17.99
This certification validates your knowledge and skills, boosting your employability in healthcare.
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