Dog Grooming Courses
Designed for Pet Parents
Our expert-led online dog grooming courses help pet parents confidently groom their pups at home. Whether you're dealing with mats and tangles, falling behind on haircuts, struggling with excessive shedding, or overcoming challenging nail trims, you'll find step-by-step guidance tailored to your dog's needs. Just choose the course that matches your pup's coat, and master a stress-free grooming routine designed for you and your dog.
How to Groom a Goldendoodle
(and Other Curly Coats)
If your dog has a lush, curly coat, this course is for you! Learn to properly brush out tangles, shape the perfect teddy bear trim, and maintain a healthy curl. You'll master every step of the grooming for a happy, well-groomed pooch.
Great For: Poodles, Goldendoodles, Labradoodles, Bichons, and other curly-coated breeds
Highlights:
- Step-by-step detangling methods
- Professional trimming tips
- Product recommendations for curly coats
Teddy Bear Cuts
(for Small Plush Dogs)
Give your Pom (and every plush pup) the perfectly rounded, photo-ready teddy bear look at home. Follow detailed prep, scissoring, and finishing lessons that keep double coats full while preventing damage.
Great For: Pomeranians, Shih Tzus, Havanese, Lhasa Apsos, and other fluffy mixes
Highlights:
- Face, ear, and tail shaping demos tailored to Pomeranians
- Clipper guard + shear maps for plush density
- Seasonal maintenance plans with tool + product checklists
How to Groom a Yorkie
(and Other Silky Coats)
Turn every at-home grooming session into a Yorkie spa day. Learn how to prep, bathe, and finish silky coats so teddy bear cuts, schnauzer-inspired trims, and glam top knots look polished without salon visits.
Great For: Yorkies, Morkies, Maltese, Shih Tzu mixes, and any silky companion who needs salon-level polish
Highlights:
- Daily brush maps, tear-stain care, and detangling routines for glassy coats
- Clipper + scissor blueprints for teddy bear, schnauzer, layered, and top knot styles
- Seasonal maintenance + product checklists to keep Yorkies comfy year-round
How to Groom a Terrier
(for Border Terriers and Cairn Terriers)
Wire-coated breeds have a coarse coat that needs special care to stay healthy and looking its best. In this course, you’ll learn the best techniques, including handstripping and carding, to keep your dog's coat in top shape without damaging the coarse top coat.
Great For: Border Terriers, Cairn Terriers other wire-coated mixes
Highlights:
- Hand-stripping basics
- Maintaining wiry texture
- Avoiding skin irritation
How to Groom a Golden Retriever
(and Other Double Coats)
Feathered coats like Cocker Spaniels need strategic deshedding, silky skirt shaping, and spotless ear care. This course shows you exactly how to prep, trim, and finish every section so double coats stay plush without matting or losing their shine.
Great For: Cocker Spaniels, Springer Spaniels, Golden Retrievers, Setters, and other feathered double coats
Highlights:
- Spaniel-friendly feathering, skirt, and sanitary trims
- Line brushing + blowout routines that protect the undercoat
- Ear, paw, and tail care demos to prevent buildup
How to Groom a Pug
(and Other Short Coats)
Short, smooth coats still deal with itchy flare-ups, funky odors, and sensitive skin. Learn to choose the right shampoo, build a soothing bath routine, and keep wrinkles, paws, and bellies clean between washes.
Great For: Pugs, Frenchies, Boston Terriers, Boxers, and any short-coated pup battling allergies or odor
Highlights:
- Sensitive-skin bathing blueprint + product picks
- Wrinkle, paw, and tail-pocket deep cleaning demos
- Odor-neutralizing drying and coat-care routines
Pup Playbooks
Care for Every Dog
Discover quick and effective techniques to keep your pup happy, clean, and well-maintained with Paw Parent Academy's Pup Playbooks. These mini-courses are designed to make grooming easy, with simple, at-home care that enhances your pet's well-being and strengthens the bond you share.
Nail Trims Made Easy
Clipper + Grinder Confidence
Learn calm routines, tool handling, and safety techniques so every nail trim—clipper or grinder—feels stress-free for you and your pup.
Great For: All breeds and nervous pups who need gentle nail care
Highlights:
- Desensitization plans for anxious dogs
- Clipper and grinder demos for every paw size
- Tool checklists, troubleshooting, and pro tips
Deshedding Mastery
Keep shedding under control with expert techniques for all breeds. Learn how to reduce loose fur and maintain a clean, healthy coat year-round.
Great For: Heavy shedding double-coated breeds
Highlights:
- Effective tools for de-shedding
- Techniques for reducing fur buildup
- Tips for maintaining coat health
Paws-itive Grooming
Grooming can be a paws-itive bonding experience for you and your furry friend! Learn to use positive reinforcement to make grooming fun and stress-free for both of you.
Great For: Every pup and paw parent
Highlights:
- Positive reinforcement
- Overcoming your dog's fear of grooming
- Making accommodations for your dog