Intensive course

The complete training – from the fundamentals to a practical final assessment.

Next course starts30 November 2026 or 4 January 2027

A passion for the craft

Who is this course for?

Week 1 – Foundations of professional dog grooming

Theory: the groomer’s profession, how a salon is organised, occupational safety, hygiene standards, accident prevention, tools and machines, safety rules when handling dogs
Practice: holding and leading the dog safely, getting it used to the workspace, brushing techniques, coat analysis, preparing a dog for grooming

Theory: anatomy, skin structure, coat growth and shedding, coat types, common skin problems, recognising parasites
Practice: bathing different coat types, choosing suitable shampoos, correct bathing technique, applying coat care products, rinsing, towel drying

Theory: why coat preparation matters, drying techniques, understanding coat structure, avoiding mistakes
Practice: working with blower and stand dryer, smooth finish, building volume, brushing out correctly, de-matting techniques

Theory: nail, ear, eye, sanitary and pad care
Practice: trimming nails, cleaning ears, trimming paws, clipping hygiene areas, shaping paws

Practice: a first complete groom under guidance – coat check, bathing, drying, brushing, hygiene care, final check

Week 2 – Cutting & shaping

Theory: breed-typical head shapes, keeping the expression, safety around the face
Practice: trimming the face, clearing the eyes, beard care, shaping the head

Practice: topline, chest, flanks, hindquarters, even proportions and transitions

Practice: a complete groom largely on your own, followed by joint analysis and discussion

Week 3 – Breeds, salon routine & assessment

Theory: advising clients, pricing, scheduling, handling complaints, salon hygiene, product recommendations
Practice: carrying out complete appointments independently

Practice: complete grooms almost entirely on your own, the instructor accompanies and supports only when needed

Practice: practical final piece – one complete groom carried out independently
Assessed among other things: preparation, safe handling of the dog, hygiene, coat preparation, cutting technique, clipper and scissor control, overall result, workspace organisation and client-oriented working

Duration: Three weeks, Monday to Friday, 10 am – 4 pm
Course hours: 90 teaching hours
Teaching: Small group of no more than 3 students with intensive personal guidance
Practice: Hands-on work with the dog is the focus – every theory unit is put into practice straight away
Breeds and coat types: Depending on availability, among others poodle, doodle, Maltese, Havanese, Bichon Frisé, Yorkshire terrier, Shih Tzu, cocker spaniel, Cavalier King Charles spaniel, golden retriever, Labrador retriever, Spitz, mixed breeds and wire-haired breeds (hand stripping)
Completion: Practical final assessment and certificate of the Miez & Mops Dog Salon & Academy Berlin

After the course you will carry out complete grooming sessions independently and know how a salon runs.