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Dog Grooming Fundamentals: A Free 5-Lesson Course

Learn the coat and skin science of grooming, work through a real appointment, prevent common injuries, know when to refer to a vet, and prepare for assessment.

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  1. 1What a Groomer's Day Really InvolvesThe real shape of a grooming day from check-in to check-out, the traits of groomers who last, and the mistakes new groomers make most often.
  2. 2Coat and Skin: The Science Behind Every GroomHow hair grows, the five main coat types and what each needs, and why dog skin calls for a gentler touch than most people expect.
  3. 3A Real Case: The Husky Owner Who Wants a Shave-DownOne appointment followed from check-in to hand-over, showing how a groomer examines the dog, talks through the options and records what was agreed.
  4. 4Safety and Scope: Preventing Injuries and Knowing When to ReferThe situations behind most grooming injuries, how to prevent them, the health signs to refer to a vet, and first steps when something goes wrong.
  5. 5How Dog Grooming Competence Is JudgedThe difference between knowing and doing, what a written scenario assessment tests, how to prepare, and where to try real sample questions for free.
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