Learn typical cuts and styles for standard and unique dog breeds. This should be part of your training program.
- In the U.S., the American Kennel Club is the primary organization that establishes standards for dog breeds and normal grooming profiles for each. Grooming profiles can change, so take it upon yourself to keep up-to-date.
- Recently, hybrid or "designer dogs" (a cross of two purebred dogs, such as a Labradoodle), have become more popular. Owners of such dogs may have more interest in creative styling, but study accepted grooming profiles for common hybrids as well.