Lesson 1Ear cleaners, cotton employment, and secure ear cleaning method; signs of ear sickness needing animal doctor careYou will examine ear cleaning items, cotton and tool employment, gradual secure method, and how to spot redness, smell, flow, or soreness that show sickness or tiny pests needing quick animal doctor review.
Choosing appropriate ear cleaning solutionsUsing cotton safely without packing debrisStep-by-step ear cleaning procedureAvoiding damage to ear canal and eardrumRecognizing signs of infection or mitesWhen to stop and refer to a veterinarianLesson 2Brushes and combs: smooth, pin, rough, metal combs, and right order of employment for clearing tangles and free furThis part details brush and comb kinds, their best employments on varied furs, and the correct order for clearing tangles and free fur whilst guarding skin, stopping breaks, and readying furs for cutting or shaping.
Slicker brushes for dense and curly coatsPin and bristle brushes: when to chooseMetal combs for checking hidden tanglesCorrect brushing direction and sectionsUsing tools without scratching skinPre-clip and pre-bath brushing routinesLesson 3Fur-loosening instruments and steps for two furs, including when to skip heavy looseningThis part clarifies fur-loosening instruments for two furs, how to free underfur securely, when heavy loosening harms, and how to mix washing, drying, and brushing to cut shedding whilst keeping fur wholeness.
Identifying true double-coated breedsUndercoat rakes and carding toolsUsing deshedding blades with controlBathing and forced-air drying for shedSeasonal timing of deshedding sessionsWhen to avoid or limit desheddingLesson 4Claw care instruments and methods: grinders against cutters, spotting live part, stopping over-cutting, and soreness avoidanceYou will look into claw cutting and grinding instruments, how to spot the live part on pale and dark claws, methods to avoid over-cutting, and plans to lessen soreness, bleeding, and tension for both the animal and the groomer.
Types of clippers and grindersIdentifying the quick on light nailsWorking safely with dark nailsStepwise trimming to avoid over-cuttingUsing styptic and handling bleedsDesensitizing anxious dogs to nail careLesson 5Unknotting instruments and methods: unknotting rakes, knot dividers, stripping tools, and secure hand-unknotting waysHere you will learn how to pick and securely employ unknotting instruments, check when unknotting is kind, apply hand-unknotting methods, and share with keepers about fur state, time bounds, and welfare-based grooming choices.
Assessing severity and location of matsDematting rakes and safe stroke anglesUsing mat splitters near sensitive skinHand-dematting with fingers and combsWhen to choose shave-down over demattingExplaining dematting limits to ownersLesson 6Cutter kinds, blade picking, covers, and secure cutter employment to avoid burns and scratchesThis part clarifies cutter motor kinds, blade measures, and cover employment, with stress on warmth handling, skin security, and fur-fitting choices to stop burns, cutter rash, and chance cuts on tender spots.
Rotary vs magnetic clipper motorsBlade sizes and coat-length outcomesUsing snap-on guards for even lengthChecking and managing blade heatSafe clipping on sensitive areasRoutine clipper cleaning and storageLesson 7Instrument cleaning: washing, germ-killing between dogs, and tool keeping to stop germ spreadHere you will learn how to wash and germ-kill instruments between dogs, pick fitting germ-killers, dry and keep tools rightly, and plan cleaning customs that cut germ spread and sickness danger in the grooming area.
Pre-cleaning: hair and debris removalChoosing effective pet-safe disinfectantsContact times and proper rinsingDrying tools to prevent rust and moldOrganizing labeled storage zonesDaily and weekly sanitation checklistsLesson 8Drying gear and cloth/dryer rules: secure dryer warmths, space, and handling worried dogsHere you will learn about dryers and cloths, secure warmth and space settings, drying forms for varied furs, and handling plans for sound-tender or worried dogs to keep them safe and at ease.
Types of grooming dryers and usesSetting safe heat and airflow levelsMaintaining safe distance from skinTowel techniques to speed dryingDrying patterns by coat typeCalming and securing anxious dogsLesson 9Shears and thinning cutters: kinds, employments, security methods for face/feet and clean trimsThis part includes shear and thinning cutter kinds, hold and body stance, security methods for face, feet, and clean spots, and upkeep habits that keep blades keen, lined, and safe for exact beauty labour.
Straight, curved, and chunker shear usesThinning shears for soft transitionsCorrect finger placement and controlFace and eye-area safety techniquesPaw and sanitary trim precautionsCleaning, oiling, and storing shearsLesson 10Washing liquids and softeners: picking for tender skin, smell-fighting, fur-loosening, and treated wants; mixing and touch timesThis part includes how to pick washing liquids and softeners for fur kind and skin problems, grasp treated forms, count mixing parts, and honour touch times to heighten outcomes whilst lessening irritation and item loss.
Reading pet shampoo ingredient labelsChoosing products for sensitive skinAnti-odor and degreasing formulationsDeshedding and coat-release shampoosMedicated baths and vet directionsCorrect dilution ratios and timing
