
We have over 50 years of cat grooming experience, let us show you how it’s done and gain a qualification.
Our aim is to increase knowledge, skills, and expertise in cat grooming for our students. We do this by providing longer cat grooming courses for professionals, which are becoming increasingly popular in the UK because of the need for skills in this area. These courses are accessed by cat owners, those working in catteries, veterinary nurses, and dog groomers.
If you are a cat owner and just want to learn to groom your own cat, click here!
Our aim is to increase knowledge, skills, and expertise in cat grooming for our students. We accomplish this by offering longer cat grooming courses for professionals, which are becoming increasingly popular in the UK due to the demand for these skills. These courses are accessed by cat owners, those working in catteries, veterinary nurses, and dog groomers.
Professionals seeking to further their knowledge and expertise in cat grooming need to look no further. You can achieve your Absolutely Animals Certificate of Attendance in Feline Grooming with us and/or enrol for an OFQUAL assured iPET (Awarding Organisation) Cat Grooming Award, Certificate, Diploma, and Feline First Aid.

1 Day Tuition

Is cat grooming for you? Come for the day and find out!
In the one-day cat grooming course, you will:
- Find out what cat grooming is all about.
- Brush up and refresh your skills.
- Get your Absolutely Animals attendance certificate.
On this day, you will watch and participate in cat grooming. You will be able to take notes and pictures.
The one-day cat grooming course is perfect for the absolute beginner who wants to learn about cat grooming and is also great for those wanting to refresh their skills with trained professional cat groomers.
£180 Inc VAT
3 Days Tuition

This course is designed for dog groomers or those competent in feline handlings, such as veterinary nurses, feline breeders, and cattery assistants.
During three days of cat grooming, you will see a number of different breeds, coat types, and temperaments.
You will cover how to:
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- Evaluate the temperament, and prepare for bathing, grooming, and finishing each cat.
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- Follow the correct procedures in relation to each cat’s condition, requirements, and temperament.
(We never know what is going to come through the door!)
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- We aim for you to be able to have access to 2 cats per day.
(but there may be more)!
- Prepare/de-mat and groom the cat prior to bathing. Bathe and clean cats, dry cats, and prepare their coats for styling.
- Basic Styling of a Cat’s Coat Lion trim/coat removal.
- Equipment used for grooming and how to clean and maintain it.
- Handling and control.
- Receive your Absolutely Animals’ Certificate of Attendance in Feline Grooming.
£540 Inc VAT
8 Days Tuition

This course is designed for those who are not competent in feline handling but wish to offer cat grooming to clients.
During eight days of cat grooming, you will see a number of different breeds, coat types, and temperaments.
You will cover how to:
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- Evaluate the temperament, and prepare for bathing, grooming, and finishing each cat.
-
- Follow the correct procedures in relation to each cat’s condition, requirements, and temperament.
(We never know what is going to come through the door)!
-
- We aim for you to be able to have access to 2 cats per day.
(but there may be more)!
- Prepare/de-mat and groom the cat prior to bathing.
- Bathe and clean cats, dry them, and prepare their coats for styling.
- Basic Styling of a Cat’s Coat
- Lion trim/coat removal
- Equipment used for grooming and how to clean and maintain it
- Handling and Control
- Receive your Absolutely Animals’ Certificate of Attendance in Feline Grooming
£1,350 Inc VAT
Groom Your Own Cat

This course is for people who want to learn how to maintain your own cat between professional grooming services or learn the skills of styling that you can carry out at home.
This course takes half a day and can be done in the morning or afternoon session. The cost is £100 plus the cost of your cat, this is a great bonding exercise.
£100+ Inc VAT
Accommodation
We have put together a list of local accommodations to help you prepare for your course.

FAQ
Where are we?
If you are local or in the area, then do stop by! We would be happy to discuss our cat grooming courses and explain the course features.
Our address is: Absolutely Animals Ltd, 43B Burnt Ash Hill, Lee, London, SE12 0AE
Where can I find cat grooming courses near me?
If you are looking for professional cat grooming courses nearby, you may want to travel that extra mile and visit us at Absolutely Animals. We are where the professionals come to train and learn all about cat grooming and get qualified in many aspects of cat grooming. We train cat groomers from all over the UK and internationally. The chances are, the local cat groomers near you were also trained by our highly qualified professional cat groomers at Absolutely Animals Ltd.
Can I come by train?
Yes! Our business location is conveniently located just a few minutes walk from the Lee Southeastern Train Station, and tickets are readily available online, but please do contact us prior to travelling if you do not already have a pre-arranged appointment.
You can find more FAQs on Grooming Courses on our Frequently Asked Grooming Course Questions page.