Learn to groom like a pro, from anywhere.
Go from your first bath to certified Pet Stylist with 11 modules and 42 video lessons, built on 30+ years of professional grooming training. Learn at your own pace, prove each skill, and earn two certificates.
Free: The Pro Groomer’s Tool List & At-Home Grooming Guide, the exact tools used in every lesson.
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Every lesson is online. Whether you’re in a big city or a small town, you learn the same professional techniques.
Module 1 starts with canine anatomy and communication. You’ll learn safe handling long before you pick up clippers.
Pet stylists can earn $50K–$100K a year, and the grooming market is projected to reach $135B by 2032.
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These grooms were done by Kendall S., a Pretty Paws student, using the techniques from the course.
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A family academy, built on 30+ years of grooming training
Pretty Paws was founded by Dustin Sumner to solve a simple problem: great grooming training is hard to find, especially outside big cities, and busy salon owners don’t have time to teach.
So he built it on the expertise of his aunt, Connie Bailey. Over 30+ years in the grooming industry, Connie owned her own salon, developed professional grooming training programs, and coached groomers who went on to win industry competitions. She’s been featured on multiple Groomer to Groomer covers. Together they turned her experience into a step-by-step program anyone can follow.
What could grooming be worth to you?
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Illustration only, based on 48 working weeks. Actual income depends on location, pricing, clients, employer and business costs. Not a promise of earnings.
11 modules. 42 lessons. One clear path.
Each module comes with video lessons, quizzes and skill checklists. Pick a package to see exactly what it unlocks.
- 1Canine Anatomy & CommunicationBronze +
- 2Safe Handling & Bathing ToolsBronze +
- 3Brushing, Dematting, Bathing & DryingBronze +
- 4Certified Groomer AssistantCertificate
- 5Injury Awareness & The Theory of 5Silver +
- 6Double Coats, Matted Coats & Client CommunicationSilver +
- 7Body Contour Trim with Guard CombsSilver +
- 8Sporting BreedsSilver +
- 9Long-Legged TerriersSilver +
- 10Short-Legged TerriersSilver +
- 11Pet StylistCertificate
Train your bathers into groomers, without losing table time
You need more groomers, but every hour you spend training is an hour you’re not grooming and getting paid. Pretty Paws does the teaching for you.
- Your team learns step by step with video lessons, quizzes and skill checklists
- Everyone learns the same safety standards and techniques
- Track progress through 11 modules and two certificates
- You stay on your table, earning, while they learn
The math is simple
Training one new groomer yourself can take months of your time at the table. Pretty Paws handles the instruction, so you only step in to coach.
11 modulesof structured training, ready on day one
Everything in the Gold Package
The complete program, plus every tool and book you’ll need, in one enrollment.
- ✓All 11 modules and 42 video lessons
Groomer Assistant + Pet Stylist, from canine anatomy to hand scissoring - ✓Both certificates
Certified Groomer Assistant and Pet Stylist - ✓Complete professional tool kit
Shears, thinners, 2-speed clipper, 5 blades, 9 guard combs, brushes and nail trimmers ($1,099 value) - ✓Pretty Paws Book Bundle
The Theory of 5, Notes from the Grooming Table and The All Breed Dog Grooming Guide - ✓Quizzes, skill checklists and final tests
Prove each skill before you move on - ✓First year of the Pretty Paws app, free
Learn on desktop or mobile, with XP, badges and a pro community
Choose your path
Bronze
- Modules 1–4
- Anatomy, handling, bathing, brushing, dematting and drying
- Quizzes and final test
- Certified Groomer Assistant certificate
- First year of the app free
Gold
- All 11 modules, both certificates
- Everything in Silver
- Complete professional tool kit
- Pretty Paws Book Bundle
- Ships to your door
Silver
- All 11 modules
- Everything in Bronze, plus Modules 5–11
- Coat types, contour trims, breed trims and hand scissoring
- Both certificates
- First year of the app free
Tool kit and books aren’t included in Bronze or Silver. You can add the tool kit for $799 at checkout.
The tools you’ll train with
Choosing Bronze or Silver? Add the kit at checkout for $799 and save $300 off its $1,099 value.
- 7″ straight shear
- 8″ curved shear
- 7″ thinning shear
- 2-speed clipper
- #30, #10, #7F, #5F, #4F blades
- 9 metal guard combs
- Slicker brush
- Comb
- Rubber curry
- Mat breaker
- Nail trimmers
What students are saying
“I am beyond grateful for the incredible journey I’ve had with Pretty Paws Grooming Academy. Completing this training has been such an exciting and transformative experience for me.”
Shana CasterStudent“Pretty Paws Grooming Academy exceeded all my expectations! The course was incredibly well-structured, professional, and packed with valuable knowledge.”
Dena OrtizStudentQuestions, answered
Do I need any grooming experience?
No. Module 1 starts with canine anatomy and communication, and Bronze is built for complete beginners.
What’s the difference between Silver and Gold?
Both include all 11 modules and both certificates. Gold adds the complete professional tool kit and the Pretty Paws Book Bundle, shipped to you.
Do I need my own tools and books?
Yes, for Bronze and Silver. You can add the tool kit for $799 at checkout. The book bundle is The Theory of 5 and Notes from the Grooming Table by Melissa Verplank, and The All Breed Dog Grooming Guide by Sam Kohl.
Can I learn on my phone?
Yes. Lessons live in the Pretty Paws app, which works on desktop and mobile. Your first year is free with your course code.
I own a salon. Can my whole team use it?
Yes. Email us about team training and we’ll help you set up your bathers and assistants.
What if I need more time or have a question about refunds?
Email prettypawsacademy@gmail.com before you enroll and we’ll walk you through our refund and extension policies.
The dogs are waiting. Let’s get you ready.
Learn the craft from 30+ years of professional grooming training, at your own pace, from anywhere.
Enroll in the Gold Package