Dog Grooming Training - Case Studies

Case Study 1

Dougal the poodle, my 10 year old dog, was quite happy for Julie to clip him every 8 weeks but my husband and I were moving back to my home town in Dorset. I thought this was a great opportunity to learn the art of ‘blading’ and grooming him myself. Julie had just passed her grooming teacher qualification and was willing to instruct me.

I had never picked up a clipper in my life, but Julie was patient and guided my hand in the correct way over the dog so I learnt the gliding movement. There was plenty of time to ask questions throughout and her knowledge base and experience shone through with all questions adequately answered. There was also time to record notes during grooming.

By the time the session finished, I personally felt more confident and understood the basics of dog grooming. On reflection, I felt I needed further sessions to gain more confidence, so have booked another appointment with Julie prior to my move. Also astonishingly to me, Dougal himself was so very still and quiet, allowing me to groom him patiently, which was encouraging to know he trusted Julie and me.

I think Julie was an extremely knowledgeable, organised and an enthusiastic teacher, and the grooming sessions were fun and an experience enjoyed by all three of us.

I would certainly recommend any student to attend her courses in the future.

Carol Porter, Weymouth, Dorset

Case Study 2

I have two West Highland Terriers (Westies) and was grooming them and a few of my friend’s dogs but I knew I needed guidance. I found Just Dogs on the Internet and after reviewing the qualifications and speaking to Julie I knew I would be in good hands.

I have just completed a 5-day training course and thoroughly enjoyed my experience. I have gained so much knowledge, tips and advice it was simply amazing. We progressed at my speed and I feel I achieved everything and in fact much more than I expected.

Julie is an excellent teacher, very natural, challenging but extremely supportive and encouraging.

The documentation received and set up is superb, with an extensive and very impressive client list, more importantly, the emphasis on the welfare of the dogs is apparent ~ it is a very peaceful and caring parlour.

Maggs Steward, Overton, Hampshire

Case Study 3

I went to do a one day taster dog grooming course with Julie. I really enjoyed it, and I got to bath some dogs and do a few other bits which was good as I thought that I might be just watching and asking questions.

I will be taking on a course later in the year with Julie. Julie herself is very nice and was really helpful and I think I will learn a lot from her and from the course that I will be taking on.

Nat, Reading