Be Your Dog’s Favorite Groomer

Learn How to Groom Your Dog From Home Today!

Step-by-Step Online Training

Designed for Pet Parents

Grooming your dog at home has never been easier—or more rewarding! With our courses, you’ll save money on expensive grooming appointments, learn professional techniques from an award-winning groomer, and deepen the bond with your furry best friend. Designed for loving pet parents, each step-by-step course includes coat-specific guidance to ensure your dog looks and feels their best, all while creating a calm, stress-free grooming experience.

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Save Money

Cut down on expensive grooming bills and enjoy the convenience of grooming from home.

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Learn a New Skill

Master step-by-step grooming techniques tailored to your dog’s breed.

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Bond with Your Pet

Create a stress-free grooming routine that brings you closer to your pet.

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Start DIY Grooming Today

Learn how to care for your dog’s unique coat with our easy, coat-specific DIY grooming courses made for pet parents.

  • Master nail trims at home
  • Learn the right brushing techniques for your dog's coat
  • Prevent matting, hot spots & other health issues
  • Groom your dog like a pro with stress-free techniques
  • Achieve pro-level trims and haircuts right at home

Choose the right course for your pup!

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Teddy Bear Cuts

Give your pup an adorable, plush teddy bear cut from the comfort of home. This course is perfect for Shih Tzus, Lhasa Apsos, and all fluffy-coated breeds!

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Real Results With Real Pups

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Trimming my dogs' nails at home doesn't feel like an overwhelming proposition anymore. I feel confident and equipped to give my dogs the care they need. I highly recommend this course!

Meaghan & Duke

Jason holding Dozer the dog

I especially like learning about the right tools to use and how to make sure my dog is comfortable around those tools. I feel a lot more confident trimming my dog's nails!

Jason & Dozer

Monica with Pepe the Biewer Yorkie

Comprehensive and easy to follow. The content is well-structured, breaking down the grooming process into clear, manageable modules based on different dog hair types and specific grooming steps. The instructor provided lots of tips & tricks, and the adorable dog modules are a bonus.

Monica & Pepe

Mike holding Ollie the dog

It was getting harder and harder to leave my senior dog at the groomer for nail trims and baths. This course taught us everything we need to take care of her at home without the stress of leaving her. We even learned great tips for grooming a senior dog!

Mike & Ollie

Sara with Timothy the dachshund

I wanted to get my new puppy off to the right start with grooming. With my Paw Parent Academy course, I not only learned how to keep my puppy's nails, teeth and coat well maintained, I also learned how to make him feel comfortable with grooming.

Sara & Timothy

Meet Your Grooming Mentor

Nadia Bongelli

Nationally Certified Master Groomer

Nadia is a highly acclaimed industry leader whose journey began as a devoted paw parent. Grooming her own dog sparked a passion that led her to the top of the industry.

She has been ranked among the top competitive groomers since 2018, earned the prestigious Barkleigh Honors Groomer of the Year award in 2024, and secured second place at Belgium's 2024 World Grooming Championships.

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Groom Your Dog Safely and Confidently

Everything You Need to Succeed

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Self-Directed

Complete the course at your own pace with lifetime access.

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Tools of the Trade

Discover the best tools for your dog's breed and coat type.

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Easy to Follow

Follow step-by-step instructions for the entire grooming process.

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Bonus Guides

Enjoy bonus guides that you can refer to as you're grooming.

Money-back guarantee

Money-Back Guarantee

At Paw Parent Academy, we stand behind our high-quality dog grooming courses. Within 14 days of enrolling, you are eligible for a full refund. All you need to do is go through the course and contact the school to let us know why it's not a good fit for you.

Lifetime access

Lifetime Access

With lifetime access to Paw Parent Academy's dog grooming courses, you can learn at your own pace and gain confidence step by step. You'll always have expert guidance at your fingertips, so you can revisit lessons whenever you need a refresher!

Are You Ready to Start Grooming Your Own Dog?

Gain the skills and confidence to groom your dog at home while keeping your fur baby safe, happy, and looking their best!

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