animal groomer

Description

Animal groomers are in charge of grooming a range of animals, using the correct equipment, materials and methods. It includes use of appropriate and safe handling techniques and the promotion of good hygiene, health and welfare of the animal.

EssentialOptional

Theoretical Knowledge

animal behaviour animal welfare signs of animal illness safe work practices in a veterinary setting biosecurity related to animals anatomy of animals animal species physiology of animals animal welfare legislation environmental enrichment for animals

Practical Skills

style a dog's coat groom animals handle veterinary emergencies plan dog grooming work handle customer complaints advise on animal welfare dry dog's coat for further treatment manage animal biosecurity treat animals ethically control animal movement apply safe work practices in a veterinary setting monitor the welfare of animals provide first aid to animals bathe dogs apply animal hygiene practices provide facilities for animal grooming services take advantage of learning opportunities in veterinary science apply numeracy skills interview animal owners on animals' conditions assess animal's condition manage animal welfare assist customers deal with challenging people calculate rates per hours manage a small-to-medium business follow work schedule communicate with customers understand the animal's situation understand the needs of animals breed reptiles make decisions regarding the animal's welfare cope with challenging circumstances in the veterinary sector