How to find CPD Dog Grooming Courses

In recent times, significant societal changes have led to shifts in daily routines and lifestyles. One notable adjustment for many individuals has been the decision to welcome a new dog or puppy into their homes. With the transition from traditional office environments to remote work setups, people find themselves spending more time alone, away from the typical social interactions of the workplace. As a result, the companionship of a furry friend has emerged as a popular choice for those seeking comfort and connection within their immediate environment.

How to find CPD Dog Grooming Courses

Not to be taken lightly, puppies and dogs need a lot of attention and require consistent maintenance such as vet check-ups, bathing and grooming. Depending on the breed of dog you have brought home, it might be that grooming needs to happen as much as twice a month. Due to the expense of grooming, and the potentially stressful experience for your pup (some love it, so it is best to see how your dog responds), it could be a great skill to get under your belt and do it yourself through a pet or dog grooming course.

What do you learn on a dog grooming course?

First of all, attempting to groom your dog yourself without any knowledge of the type of grooming they require can be risky, and you may end up missing a few key areas or, worse, potentially harming your dog by not carrying it out in the correct way. Each dog breed has its own grooming requirements - it’s not just bath, clip and trims.

An online dog grooming training course will take you through the skills you need to put dog grooming into practice. Whether you want to learn because you are an aspiring dog groomer or simply want to maintain your pet, it must be done right.

CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development, and is the term used to describe the learning activities individuals engage in to develop and enhance their abilities. At The CPD Certification Service we have a number of CPD providers that offer dog grooming classes and courses. Depending on the course you choose, you may learn about trending styles, what to do when accidents happen, how to care for your dog correctly and how to groom puppies. 

If you are hoping to start your career in dog grooming, it may be that you choose a course that is a little more advanced and offers multiple stages that will lead you to become a professional dog groomer rather than an at-home personal carer. You can view all of the online dog grooming courses that we host on our website here. 

If you are looking for other types of training and courses, you can view all of the different CPD courses available from our providers here, or just use the search function to filter by specific keywords or phrases to find the right learning and training for you.

CPD accreditation for your dog grooming courses

We hope this article was helpful. Established in 1996, The CPD Certification Service has over 27 years’ experience providing CPD accreditation. With members in over 100 countries, our CPD providers benefit from the ability to promote themselves as part of an international community where quality is both recognised and assured.

If you are interested in offering training courses, seminars, workshops, eLearning, or educational events suitable for Continuing Professional Development, please visit the Become a CPD Provider page or contact our team to discuss in more detail. Alternatively, if you are looking for a free online CPD record tool to help manage, track and log your ongoing learning, as well as store your professional training records and attendance certificates in one simple place, go to the myCPD Portal page.