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One of the questions we dont get asked very often is How much experience do you have, as a groomer? and yet it is so important that you choose someone who really knows what they are doing You are handing over your precious, precious companion to your groomer and entrusting them with his/her care, albeit only for a couple of hours. Basic training courses for grooming last from 20 days to 6 weeks and are a super starting point for a groomer, and will cover the basic trimming styles, equipment and most safety and hygiene issues. And once a newly trained bather or stylist begins to work, grooming a variety of dogs every day- that is when learning really begins! Over the months and years the groomer will pick up lots of tips and tricks, handling techniques and new grooming styles. He or she will begin to know just exactly how the different types of hair will behave when trimmed in different ways, and will begin to know exactly which style will suit which shape and size of dog, and will be able to advise the owner on lifestyle trims, skin and coat care and nutrition. The valuable experience gained from handling a different new situation every day will stand your groomer in good stead with each new dog that comes along. If your dog doesnt want his nails trimmed? Your groomer will know exactly what to do. Is your dog elderly, arthritic and nervous? Your groomer will have groomed many elderly dogs before and will know how to handle things so that your dog is not distressed by the experience. If your dog is a fidgety jumpy dog, prone to suddenly snapping round while being brushed and trimmed - again the groomer who has been around the block a few times will instinctively know exactly when to stop snipping, so that your dog is in safe, sure hands throughout the process. In short the experienced dog groomer is a highly skilled professional who possesses an eye for safety and for detail, a way with dogs, steady hands, and lots more little invisible skills that most people dont even know or think about. This is one of the things that makes grooming such a rewarding profession. But as you can see, it takes a while to get the experience necessary and there is a world of difference between a newly qualified stylist, and one that is 3 or 4 years into a full time grooming role. Choose wisely!
Posted on: Mon, 26 Jan 2015 10:00:00 +0000

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