19/02/2026
The Cat Grooming Academy has made some extremely important points in their post !
Pet grooming is not regulated in the uk meaning anyone can pick up a set of clippers and a pair of scissors and call them selves a groomer, and as cat grooming becomes more requested and more popular, more and more dog groomers are "having a go" at cat grooming .
Education is so so important for both dog AND cat grooming.
Here at HD pet styling , you can rest assured that I am fully insured , fully qualified, experienced and fully first aid trained both in canine and feline first aid.
I also plan on doing further qualifications and webinars / seminars to continue my education to ensure your pets receive the very best care while they are with me .
🚨 Please Think Carefully Before Choosing a Cat Groomer/ cat grooming tutor 🚨
We completely understand wanting an affordable groom for your cat — but when it comes to feline welfare, cheaper is rarely safer. If you see a cheap price , it’s cheap for a reason 😮💨
Veterinary clinics often charge hundreds of pounds for a cat groom for a reason. They understand how fragile cats can be under stress, how easily skin can tear, and how quickly a situation can become a medical emergency.
⚠️ If you see a groomer using a noose or restraint loop on a cat, please consider this very carefully. Cats are not dogs — restraint like this can cause panic, injury, or respiratory distress.
✨Another important truth many owners don’t realise:There are currently very few genuinely accredited cat grooming qualifications in the UK and Europe — only a handful I could count on half a hand.✨
That means anyone can buy clippers and call themselves a cat groomer or a tutor
Please research carefully:
• Ask about feline-specific training
• Ask how they handle stress and aggression
• Ask what happens if your cat panics or becomes unwell
• Ask to see insurance and qualifications
Because cat grooming done incorrectly isn’t just stressful…it can result in serious injury — and in extreme cases, even death.
Your cat’s safety, welfare, and emotional wellbeing should always come first.
If you cannot make it to Northern Ireland/ Ireland for training OR grooming for your cat I will happily give recommendations of trainers and cat groomers outside of my area PLEASE just ask me 🙏