{"id":10405,"date":"2019-11-08T09:50:19","date_gmt":"2019-11-08T14:50:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/?p=10405"},"modified":"2019-11-08T09:50:19","modified_gmt":"2019-11-08T14:50:19","slug":"how-to-groom-large-and-giant-breed-dogs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2019\/11\/how-to-groom-large-and-giant-breed-dogs","title":{"rendered":"How to Groom Large and Giant Breed Dogs"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_content&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; shape_type=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column_text]When you\u2019re working as a professional dog groomer, a large amount of your clients will be smaller fluff-balls. Bichons, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/2017\/10\/grooming-border-terrier-course-sample\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">terriers<\/a>, toy poodles, etc. will be your \u201cbread and butter\u201d and the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/2018\/08\/dog-grooming-course-sample-the-teddy-bear-cut\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">teddy bear cut<\/a> will be your best friend.<\/p>\n<p>But you\u2019ll encounter your fair share of large and giant dogs along the way. And while the basics of grooming are the same regardless of the dog\u2019s size, there are definitely some unique considerations that come with grooming large dogs. If you\u2019ve ever had to groom an Irish Wolf Hound, you\u2019ll be very familiar with these points.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2019\/11\/how-to-groom-large-and-giant-breed-dogs\/#1_Safety\" >1: Safety<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2019\/11\/how-to-groom-large-and-giant-breed-dogs\/#2_Dog_Grooming_Equipment\" >2: Dog Grooming Equipment<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2019\/11\/how-to-groom-large-and-giant-breed-dogs\/#3_Pricing\" >3: Pricing<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Safety\"><\/span>1: Safety<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>As you\u2019re well aware, your primary responsibility as a professional dog groomer is to keep all the animals in your care <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/online-courses\/first-aid-for-groomers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">safe at all times<\/a>. Large and giant dogs come with their own unique safety concerns that fall into two categories:[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;40&#8243;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;10418&#8243; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_content&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; shape_type=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h3>The Dog\u2019s Safety<\/h3>\n<p>Larger dogs are more prone to joint problems, especially in the knees and hips. They\u2019re also usually ready\u2014 and able to\u2014 jump onto and off of just about anything. Make sure you have the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/2017\/08\/building-dog-grooming-kit-spend-vs-save\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">right equipment available<\/a> to get them into and out of the bathtub safely, as well as onto and off of the grooming table. Also, make sure your tub, table, etc. is rated to take the dog\u2019s full weight!<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll want to seriously consider an extra grooming loop to help keep the large dog securely on the table. If you\u2019re grooming large and giant dogs regularly, an extra-large grooming table might be a good investment. While a Westie might get a few full steps in any direction before she falls off your table (and the grooming loop should prevent her from even reaching the edges of the table), a Saint Bernard will pretty much be the size of the whole table and could very easily fall off with one misstep.<\/p>\n<p>Keep in mind, too, that some big dogs are also the biggest babies on the planet. If they <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/2016\/11\/calm-dog-bath\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">panic during a grooming session,<\/a> they can easily hurt themselves because you won\u2019t be able to easily get them under control like you would a smaller dog. Just think about what you would do if a Mastiff suddenly started to thrash around on your grooming table! So it\u2019s especially important with the big boys and girls to take your time and make sure they\u2019re comfortable throughout the entire grooming process.<\/p>\n<p><em>Pro Tip:<\/em> Being in physical contact with the dog at all times (even so much as making sure you at least always have one hand on the dog) can work miracles with keeping a dog calm. It\u2019ll also give you an early warning signal if the dog is starting to get uncomfortable \u2013 you\u2019ll feel him tense up.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;40&#8243;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;10414&#8243; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_content&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; shape_type=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h3>Your Own Safety<\/h3>\n<p>Grooming is a job that can be quite hard on your body. You need to be in good shape! The last thing you need is a back injury because you tried lifting a 150lb Bernese into a tub by yourself. There\u2019s no shame in using ramps, automatic-lift grooming tables, or to ask a staff member or two for help in lifting the bigger pups.<\/p>\n<p>This is also important when moving the dog through your shop. A large dog who pulls on a leash can lead to shoulder, upper back, and\/or neck injuries. Not to mention, that dog can easily yank you straight into a wall, cabinet, door, or make you trip and fall. So when that Greater Swiss Mountain Dog comes into the shop with his owner trailing behind desperately holding on to the leash for dear life, it\u2019s time to think about no-pull leashes and harnesses or other alternatives to keep yourself safe when maneuvering the dogs.<\/p>\n<p><em>Pro Tip:<\/em> A treat to the nose will usually help any dog walk nicely beside you. If dog treats don\u2019t work, cheese probably will. Just remember to ask about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/2018\/05\/food-allergies-dogs-cats\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">allergies<\/a> before you start using food lures and rewards.<\/p>\n<p>Finally, bigger dogs are in no way \u201cmore aggressive\u201d than smaller dogs. In fact, many studies show the opposite. But the big dogs who <em>are<\/em> aggressive can cause significantly more damage. A Pomeranian might break the skin with a bite, but you won\u2019t lose a finger. A malamute can do some <em>serious<\/em> damage if he\u2019s under enough stress.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;40&#8243;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;10424&#8243; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_content&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; shape_type=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column_text]So think long and hard about whether you\u2019re able to properly look out for your own safety if you\u2019re asked to groom a larger dog who\u2019s known to be <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/2018\/05\/how-to-deal-with-difficult-dogs-and-difficult-owners-pt-1\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">aggressive or has a history of turning aggressive<\/a> during a groom. Remember that owners won\u2019t always tell you their dog is aggressive (or they\u2019ll downplay it) so trust your instincts.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Dog_Grooming_Equipment\"><\/span>2: Dog Grooming Equipment<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Some grooming equipment is the same regardless of the type or size of dog you groom. Shears are shears, and you probably won\u2019t need a set of \u201cbig dog\u201d shears and \u201csmall dog\u201d sheers. But there is some grooming equipment that\u2019s size-dependent.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>As long as you have a good set of clippers that are powerful enough to handle a large dog\u2019s coat, you should be fine. Though some groomers prefer to have multiple shears for different types and sizes of dog.<\/li>\n<li>It\u2019s a good idea to have <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/2018\/08\/learning-about-your-dog-grooming-kit-brushes-combs-and-dematting-tools\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bigger slicker brushes, greyhound combs, undercoat rakes, matt breakers<\/a>, etc. for the bigger dogs. Some of the smaller tools will probably work fine on bigger dogs, but the groom itself will take you a lot longer.<\/li>\n<li>Large-sized nail clippers are an absolute must. Most groomers have three different sizes of nail clippers on-hand. Remember to keep your nail clippers sharp!<\/li>\n<li>A larger grooming table and extra-sturdy grooming loop is a good idea.<\/li>\n<li>You\u2019ll need a large crate\/pen or some other secure area to hold the larger dogs in your shop. DO NOT put a giant dog in a crate that\u2019s too small for him. If she can\u2019t stand up fully and sit down in the crate, the crate is too small.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;40&#8243;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;10415&#8243; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_content&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; shape_type=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Pricing\"><\/span>3: Pricing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you\u2019ve ever had to bathe, brush and dry a Newfoundland\u2026 well, you\u2019ll know. Larger (and especially ultra-hairy!) dogs can take much more of your time to groom just from the sheer amount of fur and fluff you have to deal with! If you charge a standard rate for a basic \u201cbathe\/ brush\u201d package, odds are you\u2019ll end up losing money on every large dog you\u2019re asked to groom.<\/p>\n<p>That\u2019s why most dog groomers set their prices not only based on types of services, but <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/2016\/09\/packaging-pricing-grooming-services\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">also based on the size of dog and type of coat<\/a>. It\u2019s also not uncommon to charge an extra fee for \u201cextra dirty\u201d dogs and separate rates for de-matting. That way you can take your time with the ultra-matted Leonberger without losing your shirt.<\/p>\n<p>Believe me, owners of large dogs are used to <em>everything<\/em> costing them more. They won\u2019t hold it against you.<\/p>\n<p><em>Pro tip:<\/em> Don\u2019t be greedy! Some services <em>shouldn\u2019t<\/em> cost more for large breed dogs. Nail trims are a great example: you have 16-20 nails to cut regardless of the size, and it should take roughly the same amount of time. Setting fair and honest prices like these allow you to easily explain and defend your business choices against those customers who will always try to haggle!<\/p>\n<p>Do you have any tips on how to handle large dogs? Let us know in the comments below![\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;40&#8243;][nectar_cta btn_style=&#8221;see-through&#8221; heading_tag=&#8221;h5&#8243; text_color=&#8221;#57c3d7&#8243; link_type=&#8221;new_tab&#8221; alignment=&#8221;left&#8221; text=&#8221;Want to improve your skills, keep competitive, and grow your dog grooming business? 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