Lesson 1Ear cleaners, cotton application, and safe ear cleaning method; signs of ear infection needing vet helpYou will study ear cleaning products, cotton and tool use, step-by-step safe method, and how to spot redness, smell, discharge, or soreness that show infection or mites needing quick vet check.
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: slicker, pin, bristle, metal combs, and right order of use for clearing knots and loose furThis part details brush and comb kinds, their best uses on varied coats, and the proper order for clearing knots and loose fur while guarding skin, stopping breakage, and readying coats for clipping or cutting.
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-shedding tools and steps for double coats, including when to skip heavy shedding removalThis part explains fur-shedding tools for double coats, how to loosen undercoat safely, when heavy shedding removal harms, and how to mix bathing, drying, and brushing to cut shedding while keeping coat strength.
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 4Nail care tools and methods: grinders against clippers, spotting the quick, avoiding over-cutting, and soreness preventionYou will explore nail trimming and grinding tools, how to spot the quick on pale and dark nails, methods to avoid over-cutting, and ways to lessen soreness, bleeding, and worry for both the dog 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 tools and methods: unknotting rakes, knot splitters, stripping knives, and safe hand-unknotting waysHere you will learn how to choose and safely apply unknotting tools, judge when unknotting is kind, use hand-unknotting methods, and talk with owners about coat state, time bounds, and care-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 6Clipper kinds, blade picking, guards, and safe clipper use to avoid burns and cutsThis part explains clipper motor kinds, blade sizes, and guard use, stressing heat control, skin safety, and coat-fitting choices to stop burns, clipper irritation, 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 7Tool cleaning: washing, germ-killing between dogs, and tool storage to stop germ spreadHere you will learn how to wash and germ-kill tools between dogs, pick right germ-killers, dry and store tools rightly, and plan cleaning routines that lower germ spread and infection chance 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 towel/dryer steps: safe dryer heat, distance, and handling nervous dogsHere you will learn about dryers and towels, safe heat and distance settings, drying patterns for different coats, and handling ways for noise-shy or nervous 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 9Scissors and thinning shears: kinds, uses, safety methods for face/paws and clean trimsThis part covers scissor and thinning shear kinds, hold and body stance, safety methods for face, paws, and clean areas, and care practices that keep blades sharp, straight, and safe for exact beauty work.
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 10Shampoos and conditioners: picking for tender skin, smell-fighting, shedding-reducing, and treated needs; mixing and contact timesThis part covers how to pick shampoos and conditioners for coat kind and skin troubles, grasp treated formulas, figure mixing ratios, and follow contact times to boost results while cutting irritation and waste.
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
