Top Trimz Dog Grooming & Training School
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Top Trimz Dog Grooming & Training School
Our main breed is West Highland White Terriers, which we have shown for 28 years and have been one of the top breeders in the UK on 6 separate occasions. Our Crufts winning tutor offers you prestigious City & Guilds & OCN qualifications, ensuring that you are more than prepared to provide an excellent service to your customers.

Watch our tutor Marie in action Performing a virtual training video on how to look after your dogs coat. Our courses are available right throughout the year at our salon in Consett, we recommend potential trainees to book early to avoid disappointment. I trained to be a Dog Groomer at Top Trimz on a 28-day course ending in 2014, this was one of the best decisions I have made career-wise.
Reviews (10)
Chris Gray
Chris Gray
Jan 18, 2022
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Positive: Professionalism
Top quality grooming and care for my Border Terrier Jack, he has a very difficult coat and it takes ages to strip, but they do a fantastic job. Couldn't wish for a better service!
Catherine Williams
Catherine Williams
Oct 26, 2021
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Recently started using Top Trimz and would not go anywhere else. They have done a beautiful job with our two bichons. They are extremely professional and clearly understand what they are doing, most importantly put the welfare of the dog first.
Carolyn Robinson
Carolyn Robinson
Oct 11, 2021
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Having just completed the OCN course I can recommend Top Trimz training to take you on your journey to become a dog groomer. With Marie's (and Chloe's) guidance and teaching you will gain the experience and knowledge of working and running your own salon. Go and pick up the phone and make that call you wont regret it!
Gerald Shepherd
Gerald Shepherd
Oct 10, 2021
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Our Dogs always look fantastic when they've been for their hair cut. They are always happy to go in wagging their tails at Marie and the other staff.
I. N.
I. N.
Sep 30, 2021
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AVOID. I arrived at this ex-pub on a busy crossroads with limited parking, after a long journey. It was busy, and I could tell from the demeanour of the staff who came out, armed with a comb, that they were determined to find 'tats'. I suppose they expect the dog to be perfectly groomed with short straight hair before the appointment. This will be easier for them and not require any skill. An older person was sent for as reinforcement, and put a too small muzzle on my 11 month old dog, who then had epileptic type movements. I found that cruel. I have worked in retail management over 40 years and
Susan Milner
Susan Milner
Sep 12, 2021
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I’ve been using Top Trimz Dog Grooming for many years now. Would not go any where else. Both Marie and Chloe are fantastic groomers and both of my dogs always come out looking fantastic. My dogs love their regular visits to be pampered. Many thanks Top Trimz.
David Suckley
David Suckley
Aug 27, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism
Our Westie has always been groomed by Top Trimz . The staff are so professional and friendly.
The standard of grooming is first class and he comes home looking amazing.
Thank you Chloe & Marie
Dave Mitchell
Dave Mitchell
Jul 25, 2021
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Absolutely 1st class professional service, our dogs are so important us all and we won’t go anywhere else.
Susan Bell
Susan Bell
Jun 07, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Reliability
Top class dog grooming and lovely helpful staff. My Westie has never gone anywhere else and always comes out looking amazing. Would highly recommend.
Brett Cowell
Brett Cowell
Apr 22, 2021
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I have recently completed my OCN with Marie at Top Trimz, I loved every minute of the course. Marie is very professional, practical and helpful. I was supported and encourage to learn and develop at my own speed and ability. Without this course I don't think I would have been confident enough to start my own dog grooming business, yet here I am now fully booked for a month in advance, willing to try grooming dog which wants to book in. I know Marie is at the other end of the phone if I need anymore help or advice. Thank you so much for a fantastic course.