Why do we bathe cats?

• Bathing emergencies
• What to watch for
• Dander vs dandruff
• Stud tail
• Feline Acne

Product Selection

• Shampoo Choice
• Ingredients to avoid
• Signs of poisoning
• Recommended Shampoos

Tool Choice

• Types of combs and brushes and their uses
• Dryer Choice
• Grooming based on coat types
• Towels
• Ear protection
• Making Ear Protection

Restraints, behaviour and handling

• Removing the cat from the carrier (video)
• Signs of stress- Subtle, medium, extreme
• Cat reactions- Four F's
• When to stop the groom (stress)
• How to deal with an out of control cat (video)
• Restraints and muzzles
• Why not tether?
• Prolonged Stress
• Cat Bites First Aid
• PPE

Nail Clipping

• Video

Bathing

• Hydro bath use
• Setting up and area preparation
• Tools Checklist
• Bathing instructions and video
• Avoiding escapees and bites

Towel Wrapping

• Video

Blow-drying

• Instructions and videos

Finishing

• The finishing comb (video)
• Client checkout

Test your learning

• Support information