ANS122 Fundamentals of Grooming

This course is designed to familiarize the Animal Care Specialist with all the tools available for grooming dogs and cats. These tools include brushes, combs, dematting tools, nail clippers, scissors, thinning shears, electric clippers, clipper blades, and muzzles. The different coat types will be discussed, as well as which tools do best with which coat types. The student will also become familiar with the numerous shampooing, conditioning, dematting, and styling products available on the market. The student will be taught the skills of brushing, combing, dematting, washing, drying, ear care, foot grooming, and nail clipping. Safety and restraint while performing these skills will also be emphasized. (1 hour of lecture and 6 hours of lab per week)