Evie's Doggie Spa Instruction Program

General Information | Equipment Needed
Grades and Responsibilities | Qualifications for Admission

Equipment Package

Each student is required to purchase the Doggie Spa Academy professional grooming equipment package. This equipment has been selected to provide students with the tools necessary to successfully complete the training program and begin their grooming career.

The equipment package includes:

(2) Andis two-speed clippers
(1) Oneisall Pet Paw Trimmer (rechargeable clipper)
Assorted clipper blades, including:
- #30
- #15
- (2) #10
- #9
- #7
- #7F
- #5
- #5F
- #4
- #4F
- #3
- #3F
- (2) 5/8" toe blades
(1) Matt cutter
(1) SleekEz shedding brush
(1) Greyhound comb
(1) Poodle comb
(1) Flea comb
(1) Rat-tail comb
(2) Slicker brushes
(1) Soft finish brush
(1) Rubber curry brush
(1) Three-piece nail clipper set
(1) Grooming shears
(1) Thinning shears
(1) Ball-tipped curved scissors
(1) Snap-on comb set
(2) Hemostats (one curved and one straight)
(1) Can of blade coolant
(1) 2 oz. container of Kwik Stop
(1) Grooming smock
(1) Set of grooming muzzles
(1) Sam Kohl Grooming Instruction Book
(1) International Reference Clipping & Grooming Book
(1) AKC Complete Dog Book
(1) Set of ear plugs
(1) Face mask
(1) Nail grinder (Dremel)
(1) Groomer's Helper

Additional Supplies

Throughout the program, students will need to replace or replenish certain consumable items as they are used. These items are typically available through local grooming suppliers or retailers and may include:

Blade coolant
Kwik Stop
Replacement clipper blades
Additional personal grooming tools as needed

Students are also responsible for providing:

A camera or smartphone for documenting grooming progress and building a professional portfolio
A toothbrush for cleaning clipper blades
One flat-head screwdriver
One small and one medium Phillips-head screwdriver
Tweezers

Equipment Maintenance

Clipper blades naturally become dull with regular use and require routine sharpening or replacement to maintain safe, high-quality grooming performance.

Typical maintenance expenses include:

Replacement clipper blades: approximately $19–$42 each, depending on blade size.
Blade sharpening: approximately $4.50 per blade.
Shear sharpening: approximately $16.00 per pair.

Students are responsible for maintaining their equipment in good working condition throughout the training program.