Topical Conditioning of Canine and Feline Skin and Coat
Science of and Care for Skin and Coat
Overview
Since the first step to successfully styling a dog’s coat is dependent upon the condition of its skin and hair, it should be clear that the most basic yet most important role of the professional Pet Stylist is the topical and cosmetic management of canine/feline skin and coat. Yet with such a wide variety of products on the market (coat tar, aloe, humectants, teatree oil, etc.) the pet care specialist must comprehend skin and hair and its reproductive processes to evaluate what specific shampoos, conditioners, oils, and medicinal products contribute to the maintenance or the restoration of healthy coat. This course covers the fundamental reproductive processes of canine skin and hair, then applies those principles to topical preparation of canine coat for optimum health and styling.
What You’ll Learn
- Layers of Skin
- Skin Appendages
- Primary Function of the Skin
- Skin and Hair Reproduction
- Canine Hair and Cosmetics
- Bathing and Drying Essentials
- Identification of Skin Types
- Topical Conditioning Programs
Chapters
Reproduction and Layers of Skin
– Introduction
– Layers of Skin, Cell Types, and Reproduction of Skin
– Layers and Life Cycle of the Epidermis
Skin Appendages: Types and Function
– Overview, Hair Follicles, and the Pilosebaceous Unit
– Glandular Skin Appendages
– Arrector Pili Muscles
Primary Function of the Skin
– The Dermis and Hypodermis
– Functions of the Skin
– What Penetrates the Skin?
Hair and Its Reproduction
– Introduction
-Layers of the Hair
– Hair Growth Cycles and Characteristics
– Effects of Chemicals on Hair
Canine Hair and Cosmetics
– Shampoo Categorization by Mechanical and Chemical Effects: Keratolytics and Keratoplastics
– Shampoos for Conditioning Purposes
– Precautions That Maximize the Benefits of Shampoos and Minimize Risk of Irritation
– Gaining Access to the Base of the Hair Follicle, Delivering Moisture, and Sealing Moisture In
– Key Factors to Consider
What Every Pet Stylist Should Know About Bathing and Drying Dogs
– The Effects of Water and Air on Canine Skin and Coat
– Rules Governing Brushing, Combing, Scissoring, and Stripping
– Topical Conditioning Guidelines
Identification of and Topical Conditioning Recommendations for Common Skin Types and Conditions
– A Back to Basics Approach to Topical Conditioning
– Normal Skin
– Dry Skin
– Oily Skin
– Inflammation
– Secondary Infections
– Follicular Clogging
– Parasites: Fleas, Ticks, Mites
– Fungal, Staph, and Yeast Infections
Glossary
Topical Conditioning of Canine and Feline Skin and Coat
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Engaged Membership (EM) Required
12 hrs
Updated: 1/2/2024
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