Why Consider a Career Working with Animals After Christmas?
The holiday season often prompts people to reassess their personal and professional lives. For animal lovers, this period might highlight a deeper desire to align their career with their passions. Transitioning to an animal-related career after Christmas can be a transformative step, offering personal fulfilment and professional growth. The Fresh Start Mentality after Christmas With New Year resolutions
Biosecurity in Dog Grooming: Protecting Pets and Professionals
Biosecurity in dog grooming is crucial to maintaining the health and safety of pets, groomers, and the broader community. It encompasses a range of practices designed to prevent the spread of diseases, parasites, and harmful pathogens among animals. Whether you’re a professional groomer or a pet owner, understanding and implementing biosecurity measures is essential. We teach
Comparing the Different Types of Dog Grooming Businesses in the UK
Dog grooming is a thriving industry in the UK, with pet owners increasingly prioritising their dogs' hygiene and appearance. For those considering a career in dog grooming—or looking for services for their own pet—it’s helpful to understand the various business models available. Each type of dog grooming business has unique benefits, challenges, and customer bases. Here’s
Dog Grooming as a Career: A Comprehensive Guide
Dog grooming is a fulfilling and creative career, combining a love for animals with practical skills. It offers flexibility, opportunities for entrepreneurship, and the satisfaction of helping pets look and feel their best. If you're considering entering this profession in the UK, here's an in-depth look at what it involves, salary expectations, work environments, qualifications, and
The Importance of Microchipping Cats and Dogs
At Four Paws Groom School, we understand that pets are cherished family members, providing endless joy, companionship, and love. As responsible pet owners, ensuring their safety and well-being is a top priority. One of the most effective measures to safeguard your pets is microchipping—a simple yet impactful procedure that can significantly aid in reuniting lost pets
Could you be next to change your career?
For nearly three years, Four Paws Groom School has been providing high-quality canine-related Level 3 qualifications, awarded by iPET Network and supported by the ELCAS scheme, to military personnel. Our most popular offering, the iPET Network Level 3 Diploma in Dog Grooming and Salon Management, is an intensive 25-day in-person course designed to equip students with the
Are you one of the missing 5000? Get Qualified for only £495!
Do you know if you’re a fully qualified Dog Groomer? Did You Know? Nearly 6000 people have achieved the City & Guilds Level 3 Certificate in Introductory Dog Grooming but only 735 have gone on to achieve the full diploma - are you one of the missing 5000? Do you know if you are even fully qualified? Fast-Track your City
Meet Our Tutors – Four Paws Groom School
With over three decades of combined grooming experience between them, meet just some of the tutors behind Four Paws Groom School. Grooming Tutor Michelle completed her Level 3 Diploma in Dog Grooming at Four Paws Groom School six years ago following a long career in HR & Training at Sainsburys. Now, as a valued and knowledgeable
Success Story Spotlight – Groomer Clare from Cumbria
We’re thrilled to celebrate Clare’s journey with us at Four Paws Groom School this month. After a career of over two decades in contract catering, Clare from Carlisle, Cumbria, decided to pursue a new dream in grooming by establishing Queen of Paws. She started her iPET Network Level 3 Diploma in Dog Grooming and Salon Management with Four
Success Story Spotlight – Groomer Lauren from Cheshire
We’re thrilled to introduce you to Lauren from Mottram St Andrew, Cheshire. After changing careers from bar supervisor, Lauren studied with Four Paws Groom School in March 2021, and has since opened up her own salon, Posh Paws Professional Dog Grooming Spa, which currently has a waiting list. Speaking of her education, Lauren says “Four Paws Groom School
Success Story Spotlight – Groomer Mel from Rutland
We’re thrilled to celebrate Mel’s groomer journey with us at Four Paws Groom School this month. Mel from Rutland, changed her catering career of three decades to set up her dream business of becoming a mobile dog groomer. She embarked on her grooming adventure in May 2023, and as of Christmas 2023, has had to close her
Keeping Your Furry Friend’s Smile Healthy – The Importance of Canine Oral Hygiene.
Imagine if you never brushed your teeth or visited the dentist – not a pleasant picture, right? The same goes for our furry friends when it comes to canine oral hygiene.
