Pet Care Starts at Home
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Master home-grooming techniques to keep your dog healthy, happy, and looking great between professional visits.
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Why Groomers Want Pet Parents to Start Grooming at Home
Grooming isn’t just about looks—it’s one of the best ways to keep your dog healthy and happy too. That’s why professional groomers want pet owners to try DIY grooming!
By grooming at home, you’ll keep your dog looking and feeling great between appointments, catch health issues early, and turn brushing and baths into positive bonding time.Â
Discover why award-winning groomer and Paw Parent Academy instructor Nadia Bongelli wants you to start DIY grooming today.
Does this Sound Like You?
Hear From Paw Parent Students
Tommy was Spending Way Too Much at the Groomer
Grooming was Stressful for Dee and Her Dog
Meaghan Was Sick of Having Dog Hair All Over Her House
Mary Had Tools But Needed More Training to Groom at Home
Master DIY Grooming with Easy-to-Follow Online Lessons
The home-grooming process is broken down into short videos that you can re-watch as often as you like. Each module also includes helpful grooming instructions, tip sheets and tool lists.
Module 1Â - Grooming Basics
Discover what you should be doing to meet your dog's unique grooming needs between professional appointments,  and how you can better monitor your dog's health at home.Â
Module 2Â - Your Grooming Space
Learn how to set up safe and efficient grooming and bathing areas for you and your pet. We’ll walk you through the exact setup you need for a smooth home-grooming process.
Module 3Â - Safe Grooming
We know you have safety top of mind and so do we! Learn the techniques and equipment you should be using to prevent injuries.
Module 4Â - Proper Brushing Techniques
Discover which tools you should be using for each area of your dog. Master mats and tangles and learn how to make the brushing experience an enjoyable one.
Module 5Â - Nails, Eyes, Ears and Teeth
Find out what your dog’s maintenance schedule should be and learn proper nail, eye, ear and teeth-cleaning techniques.
Module 6Â - Bathing and Drying
Splish splash - it’s time for a bath! Learn how to effectively bathe and dry your pet, including our expert’s best tip for keeping yourself dry during the process.
Bonus Content! Canine Communication
Find out what your dog is really trying to tell you. Observe signals early on so you can make the grooming process comfortable for your pet.
Here's What's Covered in Your Course:
- Set Up Your At-Home Grooming Space – Get started from the comfort of home with a safe and affordable set up.
- Keep Your Pup Calm & Comfortable – Learn stress-free techniques to make grooming a positive experience.
- Put Safety First – Handle your pup with confidence and care.
- Understand Canine Body Language – Work with your dog, not against them!
- Master Maintenance Grooming – Learn step-by-step techniques to keep your dog looking and feeling fabulous between grooms, from properly brushing out tangles to pro nail-trimming techniques.
Teddy Bear Cuts
(for Small Plush Dogs)
If your pup’s coat is dense, fluffy, and always growing, this course is for you! Learn every step of grooming—from tackling tangles in that cloud-like fur to shaping the perfect teddy bear cut—with expert tips to guide you every step of the way.
Great For:Â Shih Tzus, Havanese, Pomeranians, Lhaso Apsos, and all fluffy mixed breeds
How to Groom a Golden Retriever
(and Other Double Coats)
Does your pup have a thick, double coat that sheds and tangles easily? Discover the best brushing and bathing techniques to keep your dog's thick coat healthy, tangle-free and perfectly trimmed for a neat and natural look!
Great For:Â Golden Retrievers, Aussies, Huskies, German Shepherds, Collies, and other double-coated dogs
How to Groom a Pug
(and Other Short Coats)
Does your pup have a short and smooth coat? This course will help you minimize shedding and maintain healthy skin. Learn quick, gentle techniques you can use at home to keep your fur baby looking and feeling their best!
Great For: Pugs, French Bulldogs, Boxers, Beagles, Dachshunds and all dogs with short coats
How to Groom a Goldendoodle
(and Other Curly Coats)
Does your dog have 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 process for a happy, well-groomed pooch. It's easier than you think!
Great For: Goldendoodles, Poodles and other curly-coated Poodle mixes
How to Groom a Yorkie
(and Other Silky Coats)
If you have a small dog with a beautiful silky coat, this course is exactly what you need. Master expert grooming techniques to keep your pet's silky coat tangle-free, and perfectly styled in a teddy bear cut. Maintain a perfectly groomed pet without constant trips to the groomer!
Great For:Â Â Yorkies, Morkies, Maltese and other silky mixes
How to Groom a Terrier
(for Border Terriers and Cairn Terriers)
If your Terrier has a coarse, wiry coat, this course will teach you everything you need to know about handstripping at home. Learn professional techniques to maintain your dog's coat without damaging the protective top layer, ensuring a healthy, well-groomed pup.
Great For: Border Terriers, Cairn Terriers other wire-coated mixes
Meet Your Grooming Coach
Award-winning groomer and industry leader Nadia Bongelli began just like you—a pet parent dedicated to giving her dog the best care. Since then, she’s risen to the top of the grooming world, earning accolades like the prestigious Barkleigh Honors Groomer of the Year in 2024 and placing second at Belgium’s 2024 World Grooming Championships.
Now, Nadia is here to help you give your dog the best care possible with easy, practical lessons you and your pup will love.
How the Course Works
Follow these easy steps to master home grooming at your own pace—learn from expert tutorials, practice with your dog, and gain confidence every step of the way.
Step 1
Learn from a Pro
Watch easy-to-follow video lessons led by award-winning groomer and pet parent, Nadia Bongelli. Get expert guidance on safe grooming practices, dog body language, and handling techniques—all demonstrated step-by-step with real dogs.
Step 2
Set Up Your Space
Download printable guides that break down each grooming task into simple steps. Use our recommended tool lists to gather the right supplies and set up a safe, stress-free grooming space at home, and groom your pup with confidence!
Step 3
Hands-On Practice
 Rewatch your lessons anytime and work alongside your dog to build confidence. Progress at your own pace and master the skills you need to keep your pup happy and healthy between professional grooms. Remember, practice makes pawfect!
Meaghan & Duke
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!
Jason & Dozer
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!
Monica & Pepe
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 models are a bonus.
Mike & Ollie
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!
Sara & Timothy
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.
 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!
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.
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