SCIENCE. ETHICS. COMPASSION. PRACTICE.
The New Standard for Ethical Grooming
The Applied Behaviour and Welfare Grooming Framework (ABWGF) unites science, ethics and compassionate practice
to raise the standard of
grooming for the betterment
of every dog.
BETTER OUTCOMES FOR DOGS.
STRONGER PROFESSIONALS.
A BETTER FUTURE FOR OUR INDUSTRY.
Why was the ABWGF created?
Traditional grooming education has historically focused on technical styling skills.
However, modern grooming professionals are increasingly expected to understand behaviour, welfare, communication, handling, emotional wellbeing and ethical decision making procedures.
The Applied Behaviour and Welfare Grooming Framework was developed to bring these areas together in one evidence-informed professional model.
It’s purpose is simple:
To improve outcomes for dogs while supporting groomers to make informed, compassionate and ethical decisions.
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Better welfare begins with better understanding…
What is the Framework?
The Applied Behaviour and Welfare Grooming Framework is not a qualification.
It is a professional guidance framework that defines the principles, behaviours, and standards underpinning ethical, behaviour-led grooming.
Education providers, trainers and professionals may use the framework to inform learning, practice and continuing professional development.