Our philosophy is to empower you to reach your full potential, enabling you to learn advanced technical skills and gain superior academic knowledge that will carry you to a high paying, rewarding career as a professional dog groomer.
About Us
Start your successful, confident career in pet grooming! Dogs’ Own Grooming School has been proudly training professional groomers since 2011 and has no plans to stop. Why? Because we love what we do, and believe you will too. We attract students to our grooming school from all over the United States, and have even had international students who come to participate in our exceptional program.
Are you new to grooming? No experience is necessary to enroll at Dog’s Own Grooming School. Class sizes are limited to four students per semester to maximize the individual attention and experience each student receives. Students are trained in a fully operational grooming facility, complete with all relevant tools and training equipment to ensure that upon graduation they are prepared for any grooming situation.
We are Approved and Regulated by the Colorado Department of Higher Education, Private Occupational School Board and the course is taught by our Nationally Certified Master Groomer. We are the only grooming school in an 8-state region that is owned and operated by an award-winning Master Groomer.
About Us
Start your successful, confident career in pet grooming! Dogs’ Own Grooming School has been proudly training professional groomers since 2011 and has no plans to stop. Why? Because we love what we do, and believe you will too. We attract students to our grooming school from all over the United States, and have even had international students who come to participate in our exceptional program.
Are you new to grooming? No experience is necessary to enroll at Dog’s Own Grooming School. Class sizes are limited to four students per semester to maximize the individual attention and experience each student receives. Students are trained in a fully operational grooming facility, complete with all relevant tools and training equipment to ensure that upon graduation they are prepared for any grooming situation.
We are Approved and Regulated by the Colorado Department of Higher Education, Private Occupational School Board and the course is taught by our Nationally Certified Master Groomer. We are the only grooming school in an 8-state region that is owned and operated by an award-winning Master Groomer.
Why Become A Pet Groomer?
As a professional groomer, you can look forward to countless opportunities to build long-lasting relationships with clients and their pets. Grooming is a rewarding way to interact with animals and can lead to positions beyond grooming facilities including veterinary clinics, animal shelters, pet stores, boarding facilities, mobile options and others.
More than just looking fantastic, grooming is also about preserving the health of animals, which is a concept thoroughly addressed at Dogs’ Own Grooming School, helping you to be a more well-rounded professional, pet owner and person.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that animal care jobs are expected to grow 16% from 2018 to 2028, which is faster than the national average. Meaning, the industry is just waiting for people like you to join.
Why Become A Pet Groomer?
As a professional groomer, you can look forward to countless opportunities to build long-lasting relationships with clients and their pets. Grooming is a rewarding way to interact with animals and can lead to positions beyond grooming facilities including veterinary clinics, animal shelters, pet stores, boarding facilities, mobile options and others.
More than just looking fantastic, grooming is also about preserving the health of animals, which is a concept thoroughly addressed at Dogs’ Own Grooming School, helping you to be a more well-rounded professional, pet owner and person.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that animal care jobs are expected to grow 16% from 2018 to 2028, which is faster than the national average. Meaning, the industry is just waiting for people like you to join.
Program Highlights
| Professional Groomer Level 1 | Professional Groomer Level 2 |
| 300 Hour Course | 600 Hour Course |
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Monday – Thursday 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. for 10 weeks |
Monday – Thursday 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. for 20 weeks |
| Professional Grooming Course Level 1: $5,000 | Professional Grooming Course Level 2: $8,000 |
| Average of 100 dogs groomed per student upon course completion | In addition to all the curriculum in Professional Grooming 1 this course has a focus on increased grooming speed and confidence to excel in the workplace during the last 10 weeks |
Professional Grooming Level 1 and 2 Course Tool Kit and Text Books
Course tool kit includes personal pet grooming equipment necessary for instruction and to use as a certified groomer: $900
Price is subject to change and payment is non-refundable.
Program Highlights
| Professional Groomer Level 1 |
| 300 Hour Course |
| Monday – Thursday 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. for 10 weeks |
| Professional Grooming Course Level 1: $5,000 |
| Average of 100 dogs groomed per student upon course completion |
| Professional Groomer Level 2 |
| 600 Hour Course |
| Monday – Thursday 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. for 20 weeks |
| Professional Grooming Course Level 2: $8,000 |
| In addition to all the curriculum in Professional Grooming 1 this course has a focus on increased grooming speed and confidence to excel in the workplace during the last 10 weeks |
Professional Grooming Level 1 and 2 Course Tool Kit and Text Books
Course tool kit includes personal pet grooming equipment necessary for instruction and to use as a certified groomer: $900
Price is subject to change and payment is non-refundable.
Application & Enrollment
Please contact us for more detailed information about the schedule and coursework. We encourage all in-state applicants to take an in-person tour of the school. Out of state and international students may schedule a virtual tour via Skype. We are happy to answer any questions you may have.
We accept applications for students over the age of 16 and take multiple payment types.
2020 Semester Dates
March 23rd – May 28th | June 22nd – August 27th | September 14th – November 19th
*There is a $50 non-refundable application fee.
Application & Enrollment
Please contact us for more detailed information about the schedule and coursework. We encourage all in-state applicants to take an in-person tour of the school. Out of state and international students may schedule a virtual tour via Skype. We are happy to answer any questions you may have.
We accept applications for students over the age of 16 and take multiple payment types.
2020 Semester Dates
March 23rd – May 28th | June 22nd – August 27th | September 14th – November 19th
*There is a $50 non-refundable application fee.
Professional Grooming Level 1 and 2 Course Curriculum
- Safety and handling techniques in grooming
- Defining coat type and texture
- Skin and coat conditions and treatments
- De-matting techniques
- Scissor and thinning techniques
- Grooming AKC recognized breeds
- Grooming Mixed breeds
- Client relations
- Canine breed identification and classification
- Anatomy and structure related to balance
- Equipment selection, care and maintenance
- Parasites and treatments
- Bathing and drying
- Clipper techniques
- Cat grooming (not required)
“Dogs’ Own Grooming School was one of the best learning environments I’ve experienced. The instructors were all very knowledgeable, supportive, and fun to work with. The staff was friendly and helpful. Because Jennie has been in the grooming, showing, and breeding world for so many years, she has access to a large variety of breeds for students to work with. And with the extensive education on breeds and patterns, I feel I know how to groom any dog. There is so much more to grooming than I imagined and I feel Dogs’ Own offers complete training to be able to enter the workforce. I’m leaving with the knowledge and the tools I need to be a groomer.”
– Felix P, Omaha, NE
“Jennie Smith is an amazing gift to the grooming community! She welcomes groomers from all parts of the country to come further their education and work towards getting their masters certification. I know several groomers that have gone to her school. We travel from Billings, Montana to have our Montana groomers do their testing at Dogs’ Own. If anyone has the privilege of working with/for Jennie, I think it would be super beneficial to their career.”
– Brooke, Billings, MT
“My experience at Dogs’ Own Grooming School was so amazing. In four months, I went from knowing absolutely nothing about grooming to being really confident about going into the world to groom dogs. Not only did I learn how to groom, I learned WHY we groom – the science behind it. I learned anatomy, CPR, first aid, etc. After four months at Dogs’ Own, I felt confident in starting my own business. Also, the people at Dogs’ Own are awesome. They made me feel so welcome and I looked forward to seeing each one of them every day. And for Jennie Smith, she is the best teacher in the world. She takes the time you need and she won’t give up until you get whatever it is you are trying to do. I am so thankful I found this school. I feel my career in grooming will benefit greatly from my experience here.”
– Gracie, Loveland, CO
“Dogs’ Own was everything I expected and more! I came in with no experience and feel so prepared to continue my career. Jennie was amazing. She always gave good instructions and never expected us to do anything that she didn’t think we could handle. Everyone created a very welcoming environment and helped me want to come to school. I am very thankful to have had this life-changing experience. I could never have done it without all the wonderful staff.”
– Dallas A, Denver, CO
“Dogs’ Own Grooming School was one of the best learning environments I’ve experienced. The instructors were all very knowledgeable, supportive, and fun to work with. The staff was friendly and helpful. Because Jennie has been in the grooming, showing, and breeding world for so many years, she has access to a large variety of breeds for students to work with. And with the extensive education on breeds and patterns, I feel I know how to groom any dog. There is so much more to grooming than I imagined and I feel Dogs’ Own offers complete training to be able to enter the workforce. I’m leaving with the knowledge and the tools I need to be a groomer.”
– Felix P, Omaha, NE
“Jennie Smith is an amazing gift to the grooming community! She welcomes groomers from all parts of the country to come further their education and work towards getting their masters certification. I know several groomers that have gone to her school. We travel from Billings, Montana to have our Montana groomers do their testing at Dogs’ Own. If anyone has the privilege of working with/for Jennie, I think it would be super beneficial to their career.”
– Brooke, Billings, MT
“My experience at Dogs’ Own Grooming School was so amazing. In four months, I went from knowing absolutely nothing about grooming to being really confident about going into the world to groom dogs. Not only did I learn how to groom, I learned WHY we groom – the science behind it. I learned anatomy, CPR, first aid, etc. After four months at Dogs’ Own, I felt confident in starting my own business. Also, the people at Dogs’ Own are awesome. They made me feel so welcome and I looked forward to seeing each one of them every day. And for Jennie Smith, she is the best teacher in the world. She takes the time you need and she won’t give up until you get whatever it is you are trying to do. I am so thankful I found this school. I feel my career in grooming will benefit greatly from my experience here.”
– Gracie, Loveland, CO
“Dogs’ Own was everything I expected and more! I came in with no experience and feel so prepared to continue my career. Jennie was amazing. She always gave good instructions and never expected us to do anything that she didn’t think we could handle. Everyone created a very welcoming environment and helped me want to come to school. I am very thankful to have had this life-changing experience. I could never have done it without all the wonderful staff.”
– Dallas A, Denver, CO