{"id":4058,"date":"2017-06-28T07:00:32","date_gmt":"2017-06-28T11:00:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/?p=4058"},"modified":"2017-06-28T07:00:32","modified_gmt":"2017-06-28T11:00:32","slug":"top-5-dog-grooming-myths","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2017\/06\/top-5-dog-grooming-myths","title":{"rendered":"Top 5 Dog Grooming Myths"},"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;][vc_column enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; 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; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][vc_column_text]The world of dog grooming is one that many think they know \u2013 after all, bathing, brushing, and overall care are universal duties of certified dog groomers. However, there are several misconceptions related to what dog groomers do, as well as how dog owners can best care for their furry friends. Dog grooming courses will teach best practices, ensuring that professional groomers are properly trained, but for dog owners, it can be tricky to know the proper way to care for a pup.<\/p>\n<p>Read on as we debunk 5 common myths about dog grooming. Pay close attention both as a dog groomer and as a dog owner \u2013 you want to understand how to groom correctly, as well as be able to provide the best advice to your grooming clients![\/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; top_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243;][vc_column enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; 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; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][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\/2017\/06\/top-5-dog-grooming-myths\/#1_Hypoallergenic_dog_breeds_are_the_answer_for_allergic_owners\" >1. Hypoallergenic dog breeds are the answer for allergic owners<\/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\/2017\/06\/top-5-dog-grooming-myths\/#2_The_type_of_shampoo_doesnt_matter_when_bathing\" >2. The type of shampoo doesn\u2019t matter when bathing<\/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\/2017\/06\/top-5-dog-grooming-myths\/#3_Dogs_need_their_coats_shaved_down_during_the_summer\" >3. Dogs need their coats shaved down during the summer<\/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\/2017\/06\/top-5-dog-grooming-myths\/#4_Only_certain_types_of_dogs_need_to_be_groomed\" >4. Only certain types of dogs need to be groomed<\/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\/2017\/06\/top-5-dog-grooming-myths\/#5_You_dont_need_training_to_become_a_dog_groomer\" >5. You don\u2019t need training to become a dog groomer<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Hypoallergenic_dog_breeds_are_the_answer_for_allergic_owners\"><\/span>1. Hypoallergenic dog breeds are the answer for allergic owners<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When it comes to allergies, having a reaction around cats and dogs is one of the most common! It\u2019s also very unfortunate, as allergies (when strong enough) can prevent many dog lovers from adopting a dog. A myth about dog grooming is that allergic dog owners can adopt hypoallergenic breeds and not experience any sneezing, watery eyes, coughing, or any other allergic reaction as a result. Dander is the cause of these allergies, and as dander is attached to dog hair, it is very difficult (albeit impossible) for pet owners to avoid.[\/vc_column_text][\/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;][vc_column enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; 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; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;4182&#8243; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; animation=&#8221;Fade In&#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;][vc_column enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; 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; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][vc_column_text]Hypoallergenic breeds such as Poodles, Maltese, and the Giant Schnauzer do not shed their hair in great quantities, which in theory would mean that someone who suffers from a dog allergy could live happily with one of these breeds.<\/p>\n<p>But it is not so simple! The severity of allergies can differ greatly from person to person, so just because a dog breed is known for being hypoallergenic does not mean that someone with allergies will be comfortable around them. The best way to tell if a dog will cause an allergic reaction is to have the individual and animal spend several hours together, indoors. Being in such close proximity without much fresh air to breathe will allow any allergies to come out (or hopefully, not show themselves at all!).[\/vc_column_text][\/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;][vc_column enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; 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; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_The_type_of_shampoo_doesnt_matter_when_bathing\"><\/span>2. The type of shampoo doesn\u2019t matter when bathing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Just as it is extremely important to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/2016\/11\/calm-dog-bath\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">calm a dog down before a bath<\/a>, it is equally as important to use the right products. Just because your shampoo claims to be gentle and natural does <em>not <\/em>mean that it\u2019s safe for your dog. Humans and dogs have different needs when it comes to bathing and cleaning, specifically in terms of pH balance. Human skin has a pH of around 5.5 to 5.6, while a dog\u2019s skin is more neutral (a pH of between 6.2 and 7.4). So what does this mean? Human shampoo is too acidic for dogs, resulting in upset skin.<\/p>\n<p>The great news for dog owners and dog groomers alike is that there is\u00a0a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/2017\/02\/top-5-dog-styling-products\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">huge variety of dog-specific shampoo products<\/a> available, so be sure to stock your cupboards with your pet\u2019s health and well-being in mind![\/vc_column_text][\/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;][vc_column enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; 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; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Dogs_need_their_coats_shaved_down_during_the_summer\"><\/span>3. Dogs need their coats shaved down during the summer<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The summer heat can be very hard on pups with thick and heavy coats. A common dog grooming myth is that dogs need to be shaved down in order to stay comfortable and cool throughout the summer months. We\u2019re not surprised that this misconception has stood the test of time \u2013 just as humans shed their coats in the summer, dogs also need to beat the heat and be free of heavy hair. However, shaving a dog\u2019s coat can cause a number of different problems, and once you understand that a thick coat actually helps dogs <em>regulate<\/em> temperature, you will never want to shave it off![\/vc_column_text][\/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;][vc_column enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; 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; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;4184&#8243; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; animation=&#8221;Fade In&#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;][vc_column enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; 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; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][vc_column_text]Many dogs live in air-conditioned homes that keep them comfortable, but if they spend any time outside during the summer months, owners should be mindful to keep them in the shade (or in an area where shade can be easily accessed). Dogs don\u2019t need shave-downs, but their owners and groomers need to be mindful of their comfort during the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/2017\/05\/7-summer-safety-tips-dog-groomers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">hot summer months<\/a>.[\/vc_column_text][\/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;][vc_column enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; 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; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Only_certain_types_of_dogs_need_to_be_groomed\"><\/span>4. Only certain types of dogs need to be groomed<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A very common myth is that dog grooming is reserved for poodles and other long-haired, high maintenance pups. While poodles do need to be groomed regularly due to their thick, wavy coat, all dogs need to be bathed, brushed, and cared for by a dog groomer, no matter what their breed!<\/p>\n<p>Grooming professionals obtain their dog groomer certificates and are trained to work with all different types of breeds, ensuring the health of a dog\u2019s eyes, ears, and coat (to name a few) and making the best possible choices for the dog\u2019s well-being.\u00a0 Every dog can benefit greatly from being properly bathed, brushed, and cared for by a dog groomer, which is one reason why \u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dog grooming schools<\/a> are so popular! It\u2019s an exciting and rewarding career, and one in which you\u2019ll always be busy![\/vc_column_text][\/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;][vc_column enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; 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; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;4188&#8243; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; animation=&#8221;Fade In&#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;][vc_column enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; 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; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; delay=&#8221;250&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_You_dont_need_training_to_become_a_dog_groomer\"><\/span>5. You don\u2019t need training to become a dog groomer<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The dog grooming industry is generally unregulated, which means that there is no legal requirement for a dog grooming certification in order to work in the field. This being said, many dog groomers choose to become certified, and it is highly recommended to do so. Having a dog groomer certificate demonstrates that you have undergone <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/2017\/06\/risky-business-need-dog-grooming-course\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">formal dog grooming training<\/a>, and shows potential clients and employers that you have a strong knowledge of techniques, understand best practices, and you know the theory behind grooming.<\/p>\n<p>As many new groomers don\u2019t have experience, obtaining a dog grooming certification will teach you how to effectively groom and take care of any dog who walks into your grooming studio. This is an excellent way to start your dog grooming career, as you\u2019ll be a well-rounded groomer with professional training! 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