Capel Manor College Dog Grooming Parlour

05/01/2024

This one-day workshop, available to those aged 19 and over, is designed to help you become a pro at keeping your dog looking their best with guidance from industry experts.

Apply now for 12 January 2024 at our Enfield Campus: https://www.capel.ac.uk/course/dog-grooming/learn-to-groom-your-dog-taster-day/

This one-day workshop, available to those aged 19 and over, is designed to help you become a pro at keeping your dog looking their best with guidance from industry experts.

Apply now for 12 January 2024 at our Enfield Campus: https://hubs.ly/Q02fnC-l0

04/01/2024

A gentle reminder:

*price increase*

Please note the price change that has been necessary to put in place due to increased costs of tools, equipment etc.

We are still much reduced in price in comparison to industry prices whilst still producing high quality grooms.

03/01/2024

Practical Canine First Aid Course

Our canine first aid course is for all dog owners, as well as those who are currently, or wanting to, work within the pet industry.

The course takes place over 2 days and covers a wide range of topics. The face-to-face learning allows us to complete practical tasks including bandaging and CPR techniques, as well as cover any extra topics that you may want to find out more about.

Though we will predominantly focus on dogs, many of the skills are transferable to all species.

Our next course starts on Friday 19th January. Places are limited so apply now to secure your place

Exploring your study options after Year 11? Join our Virtual Advice Session on Wednesday 10 January 2024 to find out about our courses and get expert career guidance from our tutors and Admissions team. Register here.

15/12/2023

That's a wrap!

We are now closed for our Christmas break and a well-deserved rest for the dog grooming team.

Thank you to all of our wonderful clients who trust us with your lovely pooches and help us to teach the next generation of dog groomers.

See you all in 2024!

14/12/2023

More of our festive dogs!

13/12/2023

It's been a busy few weeks at the grooming parlour, with us trying to fit all of our clients in as best we can before we head off on our Christmas break at the end of this week.

Here are just a few of our clients and we will continue to share pictures over the next few days.

13/12/2023

Last grooming appointments available:

All slots now taken!

11/12/2023

We had a visit from Wilf, a 1 year old Irish Wolfhound who is due to be hand-stripped.

Handstripping is a grooming technique used for certain breeds of dog which removes the top layer of hair, allowing the next layers to grow through.

Needless to day, Wilf is the biggest dog we have ever hand-stripped at the college but he was an absolute superstar.

The staff and students have done a great job with him and we look forward to seeing him again in the future.

27/11/2023

*Price Increase*

As a training centre, we are fortunate that we can keep our prices low whilst still producing grooms to a high standard.
Due to price increase for all tools, equipment, shampoo etc, we will be putting our prices up by £5 from January 2024 onwards. This is still much reduced compared with many groomers.

We thank you for your understanding and look forward to having your continued custom next year onwards,

17/11/2023

Well done to all of the students who have completed their Level 2 Dog Walking qualification with us today.

The past 3 weeks have been a lot of fun and it has been lovely to share so many experiences and facts with you all! The dogs have enjoyed all of the fuss and cuddles too.

We want to wish you all the best of luck with your future careers/businesses 😀

https://www.capel.ac.uk/course/dog-grooming/certificate-of-technical-competence-in-dog-walking-level-2/

13/11/2023

Practical Canine First Aid Course

Our canine first aid course is for all dog owners, as well as those who are currently, or wanting to, work within the pet industry.

The course takes place over 2 days and covers a wide range of topics. The face-to-face learning allows us to complete practical tasks including bandaging and CPR techniques, as well as cover any extra topics that you may want to find out more about.

Though we will predominantly focus on dogs, many of the skills are transferable to all species.

Our next course starts on Friday 8th December. Places are limited so apply now to secure your place https://www.capel.ac.uk/course/dog-grooming/canine-first-aid/

10/11/2023

*Short Courses*

Our short courses are going well and it has been lovely to meet so many people who are interested to learn more about our canine friends, or get in to a career with them.

We have dates for courses in the new year up on the website now. Bare in mind that spaces are limited for all courses. Do get in touch if you have any queries.

- Dog grooming taster day
- Learn to groom your dog day
- Canine First aid
- City and Guilds Level 2 Dog Walking

https://www.capel.ac.uk/course/dog-grooming/canine-first-aid/

16/10/2023

Let's talk fleas!

Reports of flea infestations have increased by 47% this year (Rentokil, 2023) with the main cause being the unusual weather we have had. Many owners who have previously not had issues are suddenly finding that their furry friends are carrying fleas and, similar to all dog groomers, we are seeing a lot of dogs coming in with them this year!

Remember:
- The most effective treatments are those prescribed by the vet. Those that can be bought over the counter, or come as part of your pet insurance, do not have the most effective ingredients.
- You will most likely need to treat your house as well as your pets. As well as being on your pet, flea eggs can also hatch out in soft furnishings, carpets, wooden floor cracks. You need to attack each part of the lifecycle.
- As well as the unusual weather, putting your central heating on can also cause the eggs to hatch.

As with all dog groomers, we will take great care in preventing cross-contamination of fleas and regularly spray the parlour. However, the most effective method is for all owners to use a vet-prescribed medication which will protect the individual animal.

06/10/2023

Today we completed our first Canine First Aid Course!

All of the students did brilliantly and went away feeling confident that they could administer first aid in a range of different situations. Over the two sessions, we included practical elements including CPR and bandaging, and went through other vital skills such as primary surveys, TPR, and managing various common canine health conditions.

Our next Canine First Aid course is planned for the 8 and 15 December 2023 and will be on the website soon.

In the meantime, check out our other short courses including our Learn to groom your dog/taster day, and the City and Guilds Level 2 certificate in dog walking.

Tomorrow is also our first Open Day of the academic year, so feel free to come to the college to speak with our staff about all of our available courses, 10am to 3pm.

03/10/2023

We are looking for dogs that require a 'natural trim' or 'outline trim'.

This consists of a bath, dry, deshed, nail trim, ear clean, health check, and a scissor trim of the outline of the dog including tidying up those grinch feet! Typically done for double-coated dogs that should not be clipped such as golden retrievers and long-coated german shepherds, as well as spaniels, setters, chihuahuas and other dog breeds/crossbreeds that have a long coat.

This trim does not involve clipping the body, but allows for a natural look which is tidied up, keeping the natural coat of the dog whilst enabling it to still be easily maintained.

If you have, or know or someone that has a suitable dog, then get in contact with us today! https://www.capel.ac.uk/community/dog-grooming-salon/

27/09/2023

A gentle reminder

As a teaching college, we rely on the dogs coming in and will have planned for this in advance so that our students get the best possible learning experience.

Whilst we appreciate that things do come up, please do make sure that you try to give us as much notice as possible if your dog is unable to attend their appointment. This will then give us the opportunity to book another dog in.

Thank you for your cooperation.

06/09/2023

New course!

We are excited to announce that we will be running the City & Guilds Level 2 Certificate of Technical Competence in Dog Walking.

This is a 3-day course running for three Fridays and starting on 3 November 2023.

The course is aimed at those who are interested in a career as a dog walker, or wishing to add dog walking as an additional service to your business.

There are limited spaces so feel free to contact us if you have any queries.

This three-day Ofqual regulated qualification is aimed at those of you who are looking for a career as a professional dog walker, or wishing to add dog walking as an additional service to your business. Alternatively, you may be a pet owner who is looking to boost your knowledge and skills in the do...

24/08/2023

Canine First Aid course - 29 September and 6 October 2023

This course is a must-have for dog owners and for those who work with dogs. This in-depth 2-day course will cover a range of theory and practical topics, giving you the opportunity to practice the skills as well as learn what to do in an emergency.

You will learn basic canine first aid in an emergency situation and what the role of a first aider entails. Resitting this course is recommended every 3 years.

08/08/2023

*Short courses*

We will be running various short courses throughout the year, allowing pet owners and professionals to add to their skills and knowledge.

Learn to Groom Your Dog Taster Day

Ever wondered what a career in dog grooming would be like? Or maybe you'd like to learn how to look after and maintain your dog's coat? This is the day for you.

Apply now: https://www.capel.ac.uk/course/dog-grooming/learn-to-groom-your-dog-taster-day/

Canine First Aid

A must-have for dog owners and for those who work with dogs. This in-depth 2-day course will cover a range of theory and practical topics, giving you the opportunity to practice the skills as well as learn what to do in emergency situations.

Apply now: https://www.capel.ac.uk/course/dog-grooming/canine-first-aid/

This taster day course will consist of a theory element covering the key aspects of coat management, followed by a practical session where you will be able to have a go at bathing, drying and prepping a dog for grooming. Please note, this course is only available for those aged 18 or over.

26/07/2023

Do you want to create bonds with dogs of all different breeds, shapes and sizes? You can work in a professional salon or set up your own business with one of our dog grooming courses.

Apply now for September: https://hubs.ly/Q01YDHjB0

25/07/2023

🎉Congratulations!!

Now that the results for the Level 3 dog grooming diploma exam have been released and shared, we want to say a huge congratulations to all of our Level 3 students who passed! You all deserve it.

Sadly, this now means that, after 2 years of studying with us, we will now have to say goodbye and wish you well in your careers as dog groomers.

Don't be strangers and do keep us updated on how you are getting on!

29/06/2023

😥2022 - 2023: it's a wrap!

Tomorrow is the last day of term and we have spent the week saying our goodbyes to all of our lovely students. Some will be returning next year to undertake their Level 3 qualifications, some will be setting up their own businesses or continue to work within the salons that they have worked in for placement, and others will be gaining more industry experience. Whatever they choose to do, we wish them all the best of luck and look forward to hearing their individual success stories in the future.

Here are just a few of the daft photos that we have taken of the dogs during this academic year.

26/06/2023

Congratulations to our L3 Adult Dog Groomers 2023 for completing their course with us, it's been a pleasure to see you grow and develop into amazing groomers.
We wish you good luck for the future and look forward to seeing your grooming skills blossom 🐕🐾

24/06/2023

Congratulations to everyone that took part in today's dog grooming competition, the dogs looked amazing, well done for your hard work and efforts.

24/06/2023

Great transformation for Fugi at today's grooming competition, well done Tia for winning this class.

24/06/2023

Our dog grooming competition is under way! Come and see the students in action in the salon today.
Our tutors are available to discuss the different options for both 16-18yr olds and adults..

19/06/2023

Our Open Day is this Saturday 24 June from 10am to 3pm🎉

Do you want to work with dogs but not where to start? We're here to help! Dog grooming can be an incredibly rewarding career with flexible working opportunities, endless career paths and, most importantly, you get to work with dogs all day, every day! 🐶

We've got a range of dog grooming courses, with our Level 2 certificate for those new to the industry and the Level 3 diploma for those who have completed Level 2 and want to build on their knowledge and skills, plus some short courses and workshops.

Our salon will be open between 10-3pm with our lovely staff on hand to give advice. Register here to attend: https://www.capel.ac.uk/open-days/open-day-24-june-2023/

14/06/2023

Summer issue #2

🌾Grass seeds

It's that time of year where we are starting to see dogs with grass seeds in their coat.

Foxtail grass seeds have a pointy end which can pierce the skin and enter the body, potentially travelling to other areas, causing a lot of pain and damage.

Grass seeds can mainly be found in dogs paws or ears, but can affect any area including eyes or nostrils.

They can be surprisingly difficult to see so make sure you check your dogs feet carefully after every walk, particularly between the toes and in between their pads.

13/06/2023

☘️Good luck!

Wishing our level 3 students the best of luck with their final exam today.

'Don't stress, just do your best and let the results speak for themselves'

08/06/2023

Summer issue #1

How hot is too hot? 🌞 🐕

Ahh, lovely. The sun is shining, everyone is starting to dig our their shorts and flip flops and are looking forward to days of warm weather.

But your dog may not be looking forward to it quite so much. Some breeds of dog suffer from the heat more than others, particularly brachycephalic (flat faced) breeds, elderly dogs and those with thick or matted coats.

Take a look at this picture to help identify when you shouldnt be taking your dog out.

Remember that some dogs don't necessarily know when to stop so will rely on their owner to make a decision to take them indoors and away from the heat.

Plan to walk your dog early on, or late in the evening to avoid the heat.

If you think your dog may be suffering from heat stroke then contact your vet immediately.