Course Objectives:

• Identify each grooming tool and explain its use.
• Demonstrate clipper care and maintenance.
• Understand the blade care routine and recognize blade lengths.
• Learn proper scissor techniques and handling.
• Identify common AKC breeds and their temperaments.
• Identify and recall basic canine and feline anatomy.
• Learn the proper way to safely restrain animals as a grooming assistant.
• Demonstrate bathing techniques for a canine and a feline, including properly cleaning facial wrinkles and using drying procedures.
• Explain the function of anal sacs and the importance of maintenance.
• Demonstrate an understanding of regulations and customer relations skills required for a successful pet grooming business.
• Name and recognize common external parasites of small animals.
• Prepare, dilute, and administer flea and tick dips on selected animals, as well as understand and explain flea and tick eradication treatments for the yard and home.
• Outline the use of monthly parasite control products.
• Clean and sanitize grooming lab and equipment to comply with state regulations.
• Explain Iowa Code Chapter 162 as it relates to operation of a pet-related business.
• Identify and implement the five most common types of dog grooming styles.
• Learn to correctly trim nails and clean ears.
• Identify the five basic styles of the following areas: head, ear, feet, and tail.

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