Four Paws Groom School to open in Greater Manchester

Four Paws Groom School is to open inside Groomingtails in Stalybridge, Greater Manchester, on 1 July.

The school is being run by Nicki Wilde, who has had a prestigious 30-year career in the industry.

Wilde said: “Dog grooming provides a high level of job satisfaction. It is hard work, but also really creative and there are lots of ways to advance and improve in the industry.

“You can compete, you can excel in new grooming styles, you can open your own salon in your backyard. The courses that we offer give students the skills they need to have a flying start.”

Four Paws Groom School provides iPET Network qualifications, which are designed by dog groomers.

Wilde said: “I love these courses because they are flexible and you can work at your own pace, they are also very thorough. I wish iPET Network had existed when I was starting out.”

Sarah Mackay and Fern Gresty, who founded the iPET Network, added: ” With schools in Cheshire, Herefordshire, Kent and now Greater Manchester, Four Paws Groom School is giving more people than ever opportunity to study and work with animals.

“There is a huge need for more qualified dog groomers and becoming qualified boosts the industry and gives students a head start on their road to excellence.”