
Canine Coat Types
smooth, short,
double, silky, harsh, curly and corded coats
Parts of a Dog, Physiology
fibula, tibia, scapula - converting terminoloy into groomer
jargon
Parasites,
Zoonoses
fleas, ticks, worms, rabies, ringworm,
heartworms
Getting Started - First Groom
Tools, Equipment, Supplies, First Groom - Step-by-Step

Grooming Tools
description, usage,
maintenance, professional equipment and suppliers lists
Supplies, Equipment and Product Comparisons
dryers, tables, fixed restraints, pet support and positioning
systems, clipper vacuum systems, salon set-up
Professional Clippers and Blades
comb attachments,
blade size and purpose, clipper and blade maintenance, clipper
usage
Grooming Products
shampoos,
conditioners, colognes, ear powders and cleansers, styptic
powders and gels, clipper oils and coolants
What is a
Matt?
dematting, detangling, clipping down, speed
and matt combing
Brushing, Combing, Nail Trimming
Techniques
wire slicker and pin brushing, combo
comb, nail clipping
New Grooming Products
tables, dryers, bath aids, bathtub units, groomer apparel
Clipper Maintenance Detail
illustrated
step-by-step procedures
All About Shears
sizes, shapes, function
scissor pliers
scissoring methods
and holding techniques
practice and strengthening exercises
convex or bevel edge shears
shear ergonomics

Before the Bath
lifting and control
techniques, patterns and styles,
toenails, clipping, grinding, nail caps
ears, plucking and
cleansing, excess coat removal, dematting, brushing combing,
clipper burn, areas of special concern
During the Bath
wetting, lathering, scrubbing, rinsing, conditioning, towel
drying
bathing equipment
After the Bath
drying - high velocity, fluff, cage
clipping, brushing,
combing, finishing touches
Grooming the Double Coats
shorter double coats,
longer double coats
undercoat removal - the brush out, hair
removal, pads, toes, feet, hocks, tidying feathers,
undercarriage, tail
Hematoma
causes,
prevention, treatment
Controlling Problem Dogs
identifying, handling methods, the importance
of table size, passive or submissive posture
control and
restraint
Grooming Shortcuts
hair removal,
wet HVing, wet clipping
electrical safety precautions
Best Management Practices
how clean is
clean? disinfecting, sterilizing
read the label,
antibacterial soaps, selecting the ideal disinfectants
Personal Safety Equipment
ear, eye, lung and
skin proctection
