dogs being groomed
dogs being groomed

Pampered Pooches: The Ultimate Dog Grooming Day Course

Course overview

Want to keep your furry friend looking fabulous between professional grooming sessions? Join our Pampered Pooch course — a fun, informative and hands-on day of learning designed just for dog lovers like you!

In just one day, you’ll learn:

  • The must-have shampoos, brushes, and tools every dog owner needs
  • How to banish tangles and keep your dogs coat smooth, shiny, and mat-free
  • Essential grooming techniques like trimming of paws, hygiene areas, nails, and ears
  • Tips on gently tidying up around the eyes so your dog can see clearly

This isn’t just coat care — it’s head-to-tail health and happiness for your pooch, all taught in a relaxed and welcoming environment.

Our training takes place in a real working grooming salon, right here on our beautiful, easy-to-reach campus. With modern student facilities, a welcoming reception area, and loads of support, you’ll enjoy every minute of your learning experience.

Whether you’re thinking of a future in dog grooming or just want to give your pet the best care, this day is for you!

This is a practical course which takes place within the grooming facility within the college.

Please bring with you:
  • Any grooming equipment you may already have
  • Pencils, pens and notepad
  • Suitable clothing, an apron (for large dog owners, this will include wellingtons).
  • Please remember your dog!
Things to do before attending the course:
  • Ensure that your dog’s vaccinations and your Tetanus protection are up to date.
  • Lunch is not provided, and as this is a weekend course, there are no catering outlets open, so please remember to bring a packed lunch and bottled drinks with you. Tea and coffee are provided.

Suitability Clause for Dog Participation:

To ensure the safety and comfort of all participants, dogs attending this Pampered Pooch grooming course must have coats in a condition suitable for grooming by beginners and demonstrate appropriate behaviour for a group learning environment. If a dog’s coat is excessively matted, or otherwise unsuitable for grooming, or if the dog exhibits behaviour that poses a risk to others (human or animal), the teacher reserves the right to ask the owner and dog to leave the session.

Owners are strongly encouraged to bring their dog for a coat and behaviour assessment 1–2 weeks prior to the course date to confirm suitability, at which point a refund can be offered if deemed unsuitable. This helps ensure a positive experience for all attendees.

PLEASE NOTE: Refunds will be issued only in exceptional circumstances.

Please email robyn.ashley@activatelearning.ac.uk advising which breed of dog you will be bringing along.
Please note:
  • College policy stipulates that dogs should be on leads at all times, and poop scooping is essential.
  • Parking is in the student car parking section
  • Please meet your tutor in the Dog Grooming Parlour. This will be shown on the map that you will be sent when you enrol on the course.
  • Refunds will be issued only in exceptional circumstances.
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Alternatively enrol by phone quoting OC02CD0A067Q

Meet the tutors

We want our learners to feel welcome, safe and at ease when attending our classes, especially if this is your first time attending an adult education class or if you're coming back to education after a break.
If you're interested in one of courses, meet our tutors first! You'll see they have similar passions and interests and, most importantly, the right qualifications to help you make the most of your time and money.