{"id":11407,"date":"2020-07-03T10:08:14","date_gmt":"2020-07-03T14:08:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/?p=11407"},"modified":"2020-07-03T10:08:14","modified_gmt":"2020-07-03T14:08:14","slug":"dog-grooming-training-the-importance-of-prep-work-before-styling-part-1","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2020\/07\/dog-grooming-training-the-importance-of-prep-work-before-styling-part-1","title":{"rendered":"Dog Grooming Training: The Importance of Prep Work Before Styling \u2013 Part 1"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#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]As part of your <a href=\"\/2020\/03\/maximize-your-time-at-home-by-getting-your-dog-grooming-certification\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dog grooming training<\/a>, you\u2019ll quickly discover that the work you do <em>before <\/em>any styling is just as important as the styling itself! Most dogs that walk into your shop won\u2019t automatically be ready for a trim. They\u2019ll need you to do some essential prep work first.<\/p>\n<p>For instance, if a pup comes to you with matted fur, you won\u2019t be able to safely cut or style their hair until those mats are first addressed and properly dealt with!<\/p>\n<p>In Part One of our two-part series, we\u2019ll start by looking at the types of prep work you\u2019ll most commonly perform before any styling takes place. We\u2019ll also examine <em>why <\/em>this work is so important, and how it can increase your chances of creating a successful grooming experience for your client AND their canine companions![\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#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; 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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<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\/2020\/07\/dog-grooming-training-the-importance-of-prep-work-before-styling-part-1\/#What_is_Prep_Work\" >What is Prep Work?<\/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\/2020\/07\/dog-grooming-training-the-importance-of-prep-work-before-styling-part-1\/#Examples_of_Prep_Work\" >Examples of Prep Work<\/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\/2020\/07\/dog-grooming-training-the-importance-of-prep-work-before-styling-part-1\/#How_Prep_Work_Benefits_You\" >How Prep Work Benefits You:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2020\/07\/dog-grooming-training-the-importance-of-prep-work-before-styling-part-1\/#How_Prep_Work_Benefits_Your_Client\" >How Prep Work Benefits Your Client:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2020\/07\/dog-grooming-training-the-importance-of-prep-work-before-styling-part-1\/#How_Prep_Work_Benefits_the_Dog\" >How Prep Work Benefits the Dog:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Prep_Work\"><\/span>What is Prep Work?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]In the world of grooming, dogs will rarely come to you 100% ready to hop on the table and immediately get a fabulous <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/2016\/11\/7-common-dog-haircuts-styles\/\">haircut<\/a>. In reality, you\u2019ll often need to perform certain tasks before any clipping or styling gets done.<\/p>\n<p>Some dogs may have mats in their fur. Others may have dirty paws, or extremely long nails. At the start of every groom, it\u2019s important for you to first assess the dog and see what needs to be taken care of <em>before <\/em>you break out the clippers.<\/p>\n<p>Prep work actually makes up a <em>large <\/em>part of the grooming process![\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#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=\"Examples_of_Prep_Work\"><\/span>Examples of Prep Work<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]The prep work required will vary from job to job. It really depends on the dog and their needs. Some examples of prep work you\u2019ll frequently need to do include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"\/2018\/08\/learning-about-your-dog-grooming-kit-brushes-combs-and-dematting-tools\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Brushing<\/a> out a dog\u2019s hair to remove tangles and\/or mats<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/2016\/11\/calm-dog-bath\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Bathing a dog<\/a> to clean off unwanted dirt<\/li>\n<li>Giving the dog bathing treatments, if needed for specific conditions or <a href=\"\/2019\/11\/how-to-stop-flea-and-tick-infestations-at-your-dog-grooming-salon\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ailments<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/2017\/03\/choosing-the-best-hair-dryer-for-dog-grooming\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Drying the dog<\/a> after washing<\/li>\n<li>Trimming the hair around a <a href=\"\/2017\/09\/dog-grooming-course-sample-trimming-pads\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dog\u2019s pads<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/2018\/12\/4-dog-grooming-mistakes-dog-owners-make-all-the-time\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Nail clipping<\/a>, grinding, and filing<\/li>\n<li>Cleaning <a href=\"\/2020\/03\/how-to-prevent-these-5-dog-health-hazards-at-your-dog-grooming-business\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">the ears<\/a> and\/or removing ear hair<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><strong>Note: Keep in mind that many dogs won\u2019t<\/strong><strong> require a fancy trim or style<\/strong><strong>. Some will only ever come to you for prep work and small touch-ups. Certain breeds, such as German Shepherds and Dalmatians, will usually only require prep work services, due to their types of fur. <\/strong><\/h4>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#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;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;11409&#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;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#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=\"How_Prep_Work_Benefits_You\"><\/span>How Prep Work Benefits You:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]Simply put, prep work makes styling your client\u2019s dog a LOT easier. Why make things harder for yourself when you don\u2019t have to?<\/p>\n<p>For instance, all groomers aspire to work in an efficient and <a href=\"\/2020\/02\/improve-your-dog-grooming-speed-with-these-10-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">timely manner<\/a>. Now, I know what you\u2019re already thinking: <em>but isn\u2019t prep work time-consuming?<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Yes, sometimes it can be, because you\u2019ll need to add some extra steps here and there. But putting time and effort into preparing a dog for styling will help you avoid setbacks later on.<\/p>\n<p>For example, you\u2019ll commonly need to take the time to carefully brush and bathe a dog before you can begin their haircut. That being said, brushing and bathing a dog is standard practice during many dog grooming appointments. So, you\u2019d typically need to do these things anyway!<\/p>\n<p>The thing is, it would actually prove a <em>lot<\/em> more time-consuming to struggle to clip a dog with matted, dirty fur. You\u2019d very quickly need to do some hefty backtracking to get the job done properly.<\/p>\n<p>So, approach every groom by thinking two steps ahead. Prep work allows you to preemptively handle all the parts of the styling process that could pose problems later on, if left unattended. This way, you won\u2019t lose time later on during the groom.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#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;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;11410&#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;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#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=\"How_Prep_Work_Benefits_Your_Client\"><\/span>How Prep Work Benefits Your Client:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]Naturally, your clients\u2019 main priorities will be the health and safety of their furry family members. They\u2019re coming to YOU because they trust you to take good care of their dogs. This trust comes from a combination of your reputable dog grooming training and qualifications and your performance.<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll need to <em>prove <\/em>to clients that you\u2019ll treat their dogs with consideration and high-quality expertise!<\/p>\n<p>Any groomer who knows their stuff will understand the necessity of prep work. The more you prep a client\u2019s dog for styling, the better the final results will be. Not to mention, you\u2019ll be better able to guarantee the dog\u2019s overall well-being. These are key elements to being a successful groomer and maintaining a <a href=\"\/2019\/12\/7-easy-ways-to-tank-your-dog-grooming-business-reputation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">positive reputation<\/a> with your clientele![\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#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=\"How_Prep_Work_Benefits_the_Dog\"><\/span>How Prep Work Benefits the Dog:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]Most importantly, prep work benefits the dog more than anyone else.<\/p>\n<p>To start, prep work gives you an opportunity to examine them. Doing so may bring to light a medical condition or affliction that has previously gone unnoticed. For example, as you assess the dog, you may notice skin lesions, lumps, etc. Prep work is an excellent way to spot <a href=\"\/2020\/06\/how-your-pet-grooming-certification-will-prepare-you-for-these-3-dog-afflictions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">potentially dangerous maladies<\/a>, so that you can bring them to your client\u2019s attention.<\/p>\n<p>Prep work helps you to put the dog\u2019s safety first in many other, less extreme, ways as well. Here are some of the most common examples of why prep work is essential to the overall grooming process:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Brushing: <\/strong>Lowers the risk of hurting the dog, if their hair has mats or tangles. Trying to clip matted fur can result in cuts, nicks, or clipper burn.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bathing: <\/strong>A dog\u2019s fur should always be clean before clipping it. Dirty fur can lead to irritated skin, infections, etc. Not to mention, dirty hair can clog your clippers, thereby making your job more difficult!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Trimming the pads: <\/strong>This will lower the chances of the dog slipping and injuring themselves on your grooming table. Plus, it helps reduce the amount of dirt they\u2019ll track into their owner\u2019s home from outside. It\u2019s a win-win!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Nail clipping, grinding, and filing: <\/strong>If a dog\u2019s nails are too long, they can prevent him from standing properly. This can potentially cause the dog to fall on the grooming table or cause infection or breakage\u2014both of which can be very painful. In time, extremely long nails can even cause the dog to develop bone deterioration in the feet.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cleaning the ears: <\/strong>It\u2019s <em>very <\/em>common for dogs to develop infections and other health concerns in their ears. All dogs must regularly get their ears cleaned. In terms of prep work, \u201cnon-shedding\u201d dog breeds have ear hair that absolutely MUST be removed before they get bathed. 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