Books & DVDs
We have a variety of study materials that have been used by thousands of students to improve their cat grooming skills and knowledge. See some of our products below or click here to see our full catalogue.
Online Courses
Each of our online courses comes jam-packed with a variety of resources including lectures, articles, video demonstrations and tutorials, assignments and more. Gain lifetime access to each course and view contents from any device connected to the internet! See some of our products below or click here to see our full catalogue.
Syllabus Program
The Complete Cat Groomer Training Syllabus is the most in-depth cat grooming program available. This is a guided home study program. Each week for 10 weeks, you’ll be provided with a to do list and topics to cover, plus on-going support through a private Facebook group just for students. See more details here.
Webinars
We have several cat grooming webinars running throughout the year, totally FREE! See our upcoming webinars here.
Private Instruction
Approved Trainers and Certifiers are highly skilled Certified Feline Master Groomers that have been handpicked by the NCGI to offer one-on-one instruction to students. See our list of Trainers & Certifiers.
Events
NCGI attends numerous trade show, seminar and workshop events throughout the year. Check out our Facebook page and email list to see upcoming events. Visit our Facebook page here.
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Aggressive Cat Bundle
$643.00 -
Breeds, Colors, and Coat Types Exam Study Aids Online Course
$37.00 -
Business Boost Bundle
$316.00 -
Business Development Online Course
$127.00 -
Cat Grooming Basics Course
$397.00 -
Cat Handling Techniques for the Groomer
$37.97 -
Cat With a Mat
$119.00 -
Come Back Stronger
$0.00 -
Complete Cat Groomer Training Syllabus
$1,197.00 -
Complete Cat Groomer Training Syllabus with BONUSES
$1,297.00 -
Faster Cat Grooming
$97.00 -
Get a Grip (digital video)
$49.00
See Some of Our Blog Articles
Wrestle vs. Groom
One of the most common questions we get asked at NCGI is about how to know when and how to handle cats, without making the situation worse. NCGI President/Founder Danelle German addresses the "wrestle vs. groom" question and how to improve your cat grooming handling...
Danelle Visits with Gracee Owen, CFMG, Certifier in Greenville, SC
Get more information on becoming a Certified Feline Master Groomer like Gracee! Your Guide to CFMG Certification will be in your inbox momentarily!
The Three Biggest Mistakes Groomers Make When Grooming Cats (and how not to make them!)
Are you making one of the THREE big mistakes most Cat Groomers make that compromise your results and cost you sales? Are you struggling to get your clients back on a regular basis? Join me for a special presentation where I'm sharing the 3 biggest mistakes Groomers...
There Is a Whole Lot More to the Business of Cat Grooming
There Is a Whole Lot More to the Business of Cat Grooming By Sharon Halpern CFMG, CMCG Downtown Tabby Inc. As groomers, we strive to perfect our craft by improving our skills, never ceasing to discover new products, improved equipment and...
How to Get and Keep Cat Clients
When starting her feline-exclusive grooming business nearly two decades ago, Danelle German realized there were obstacles standing in the way of getting clients to want a full groom for their cats and to getting them on a regular maintenance schedule. Along the way...
Shaving Rear Legs on Twisty Cats
It is not uncommon for groomers to struggle with getting crisp, neat lines on each of the legs when doing a lion cut. It can be tricky, especially when faced with a wiggly cat or one with attitude. The lion cut is definitely at the top of the list when it...
Why This And Not This?
I am often asked why I choose the things I choose when it comes to products, tools, and equipment for cat grooming. Here I will explain a few of those personal choices, underlined below. Get the entire list of 12 PLUS why I love each one here in PDF format:...
My Terrible Attempt at Grooming a Dog
I’ve been working on several new lectures this year in preparation for upcoming shows both in the US and abroad. As I ponder on the topics I want to cover I think of Puff Puff. Who is Puff Puff, you ask? Well, he was a toy Pomeranian that I had the misfortune of...
Is Cat Grooming Boot Camp Right for You?
Want to know if cat grooming boot camp is right for you? Check out this Facebook Live video from NCGI founder, Danelle German. Please note: Boot camp can be started at any time in the year! Get started by getting your training materials!...
How Can I Afford This? Webinar with Mandi Gorton
How often do we drool over items that we want and cannot afford? Do large saving goals overwhelm you? Let Savvy Groomer's Mandi Gorton and NCGI's Danelle German walk you through a clear, 5 step process to help you save for the big ticket items you...
From Dog Paws to Cat Claws with Jacque Opp, CFMG
They say curiosity killed the cat. Well, my curiosity groomed the cat. My name is Jacque and I started grooming dogs in 2006. I opened my own business in 2012, PetAgree Mobile Grooming, LLC, in central North Dakota. The business has...
Why would I want to add Cat Grooming to my Dog Grooming business?
WHY WOULD I WANT TO ADD CAT GROOMING TO MY DOG GROOMING BUSINESS? Understanding the “Why” Can Sometimes Be a Journey FIVE YEARS AGO, I WAS "FELINE" CONFUSED! I was a dog groomer with a dog grooming salon & a fleet of mobiles called Zoom Zoom Groom in...