Generally speaking, there are no schooling or licensing requirements to become a dog groomer, but having some formal training can only help when it is time to look for a job or open your own shop.  There are plenty of online programs available if there are no grooming schools in your area, but you may want to consider whether ones that advertise themselves as two-month programs with no hands-on requirements are worth your time and money. You may want to seek a program with somewhere in the range of 400-650 program hours, including “hands-on” time; at least one teacher certified by a nationally-recognized body; and good hands-on / hands-off, student / instructor, and student / dog (practice groomings per day) ratios. Look for schools that provide clear breakdowns of their training programs, which include areas such as tool selection and usage, health and safety procedures, clipping techniques, and styling profiles for different breeds, among others. This should be part of your training program.  In the U.S., the American Kennel Club is the primary organization that establishes standards for dog breeds and normal grooming profiles for each.  Grooming profiles can change, so take it upon yourself to keep up-to-date. Recently, hybrid or “designer dogs” (a cross of two purebred dogs, such as a Labradoodle), have become more popular.  Owners of such dogs may have more interest in creative styling, but study accepted grooming profiles for common hybrids as well. No, dog groomers aren't veterinarians, but regular grooming is beneficial to canine health, so a good groomer should show concern for overall well-being.  Practice checking for problems such as:  Signs of injury or illness like swelling, cuts, thrush (a yeast infection of the mouth or other orifice), and parasites such as ticks. Changes in temperament or activity level among regular canine customers, which can be a sign of injury or illness. Indications of mistreatment or abuse.  The owner may be paying the bill, but don't use that as an excuse to ignore the dog's well-being. While certification, like licensing or specialized training, is not generally required to become a dog groomer, you may want to look into your options and the possible advantages of completing a certification program.  For example, one the major certification groups, the National Dog Groomers Association of America, offers a variety of workshops and certification tests throughout the U.S.  Certification from this organization permits you to call yourself a National Certified Master Groomer (NCMG), which may be beneficial in building a client base and making connections with others in the industry. Whether you decide to become certified or not, going to grooming workshops is a good way to network with other groomers and keep up with new trends in the business.
ابحث عن مدرسة لتربية الحيوانات الأليفة. تعلم قصات وتصفيفات نموذجية لسلالات الكلاب المميزة. تعلم التعرف على أعراض المشاكل وسماتها. فكر في فوائد الشهادة.