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Dog Grooming Training Courses London

Professional Dog Grooming Training Courses, London, from The Paw Pad Grooming Academy based in the North West of England.

Learn from the expert team at The Paw Pad Dog Grooming Academy if you live and work in London. The team at the Paw Pad help you become a confident, professional pet groomer.  Based in Cheshire in the North West and serve all of the UK. 

A new career in canine coat care shows your pet how much you love them and also gives you the tools to set up your own businesses.

Never groomed a dog or pet before but would love to learn?

Don’t worry as Paw Pad’s team of experienced trainers will give you all the confidence, tips and skills you need. London is the nation’s capital, and has many different boroughs.

You could become the expert in your area or part of London.

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Diploma in Dog Grooming

Learn how to become a professional dog groomer in Cheshire.

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Level 3 | 15-Day Dog Grooming Course

This is our most popular dog grooming course in London. Level 3 dog grooming course is designed to boost learners’ confidence and fine-tune their styling techniques, preparing them for a successful pet grooming career post-graduation.

Schedule Options

Standard (3 Weeks)
Flexible (4-5 Weeks)

No extra cost for flexible scheduling.

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Level 3 Extended | 20-Day Dog Grooming Course

If you’re looking for a more in-depth education, our Extended Level 3 Extended Dog Grooming Course dives into the specifics of the trade, product suitability, and other highly technical elements. 

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Bonus Weeks Dog Grooming Extra Training Course Offer

Sometimes three (or four) weeks just isn’t enough — and that’s where our Bonus Weeks come in. These are designed exclusively for Paw Pad graduates who want extra salon time to really cement their skills.

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Dog Grooming Taster Day Course Offer

Thinking about becoming a dog groomer? Our Dog Grooming Taster Day in Cheshire is the perfect way to find out if this exciting, rewarding career is right for you. Spend a full day in our professional training salon, get hands-on with real dogs, and experience the life of a groomer for yourself. You’ll learn from experienced tutors, handle salon tools, and even bathe and dry a dog under supervision.

Dog Grooming Qualifications & Prices

Level 3

Dog Grooming Diploma

£ 2,799 15 Days
£ 2,799
15 days

Secure your spot today for only £999!

Bonus Weeks Offer

Extra Training and Confidence Building
£ 899 per week
£ 899
per week

Secure your spot today!

Taster Day Offer
In-person practical training course (Monday - Friday)
£ 799 per day
£ 799
per day

Secure your spot today!

Level 3 Extended
Extended Dog Grooming Diploma
£ 3,399 20 Days
£ 3,399
20 days

Secure your spot today for only £599!

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Dog Grooming Courses

Here at the Paw Pad Dog Grooming Academy, we have three levels of hands-on Dog Grooming courses that welcome students from London, all operated from our centre in Northwich, Cheshire. All of our courses are designed to give you the skills you need to work as a professional dog groomer, whether working for someone else or starting your own dog grooming salon.

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Meet your Dog Grooming Training Team

 The Paw Pad staff are fully trained, friendly and completely understand that the decision you have taken to change your career is one of the biggest you will ever make. We are here to put you at ease with this transition and we are available any time after you graduate for free, on-going support.

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What Our Students Are Saying

I recently completed my level 3 dog grooming course and the team were fantastic. The trainers and owner were extremely welcoming and made me feel comfortable from the beginning. The level of training provided was excellent and the support is still there when you finish the course. On day 1 you are given health and safety briefing for your own safety and the dogs, this is carried on throughout the course as health and safety for all parties is their main priority. They are all amazing at what they do and their love for the dogs is unreal ♥️ I would highly recommend a course or a dog groom here.
Rebecca Decker
I completed my level 3 diploma here at the Paw Pad Grooming School. I would highly recommend anybody wishing to change their career to dog grooming to enrol here, the 'team' are fab-u-less! Just to add, the safety of the dogs during our training was definitely the biggest priority, this is probably the most important lesson that I walked away with.
Jo Mason
Honestly - we wouldn’t want to trust anyone else with our springer spaniel! Every team member goes above and beyond, whether for a groom or day care services. We feel lucky to have such a caring team of experts in the area who are just really lovely humans!
Amy Stevo

Frequently Asked Questions

What would happen if dog grooming became regulated?

Wales is the closest real-world reference point right now, because the Welsh Government has been developing a national model for animal welfare activities and has specifically noted that pet grooming is currently unregulated and would be considered as a later phase. Learn more

Based on how UK animal-activity licensing works elsewhere, regulation would most likely look like licensing plus demonstrable competence — not a sudden demand for one single “approved” qualification. In England’s statutory licensing guidance for animal activities, competence can be evidenced either by an Ofqual-regulated qualification or by relevant knowledge and experience, and where no accredited course exists, industry training evidence can be used. Learn more

That’s why long-running, practical training routes tend to hold up well: a track record, clear welfare standards, safe handling, and credible training history are exactly the kinds of things licensing frameworks look for. (As always, the exact details would depend on what the government introduces — but regulation rarely wipes out an entire established industry overnight.)

Our courses run throughout the year with flexible start dates depending on the number of confirmed students.

We advise note taking where possible.

We provide you with an information sheet for each breed and you can make notes on these.

We can also check your notes so they are accurate.

As with any form of learning, it is best to acquire the knowledge in weekly stints and as close together as possible. The problem with having large gaps between learning weeks is that you can forget information.

We begin at 10am and finish between 4pm and 5pm each day.

We understand this is an investment for our students, so we ask for a non-refundable deposit in the first instance.

You can then pay off the remaining balance in as many instalments as you wish.

The FULL balance must be paid completely 7 days before the course starts.

Get in Touch from London, based in Northwich, Cheshire

If you’re ready to embark on an exciting career in dog grooming, The Paw Pad Dog Grooming Academy is here to help. Contact us today to learn more about our courses, fees, and enrolment options.