When you get started, you may decide to simply write everything down with pen and paper. But as you become more established in the dog grooming business, it is important to use the right software to keep track of what you are doing. It won’t hurt to take a business software class be...
I want to thank you again for helping me get started in the wonderful world of dog grooming. With minimal advertising (one day a week in the newspaper and word-of-mouth) I have over 150 customers and add new ones every week. This gives me enough work to stay home with my family! Th...
Learn all about dog grooming right here. Discover all the dog grooming supplies and equipment you will need and how to use it correctly on your puppy. Discover how to clip your dog, trim her nails and all about eye and ear care.
Before you schedule your grooming appointment, it is important to visit the salon first. The groomer will be happy to show and chat with you about their space before they take on a new client. Meet all of their staff and get an idea for how they operate. A gooddog groomer will make su...
Not all dogs are grooming session fans and without the right handling, it can all get a bit messy! A good idea before a bath or pamper session is to have a ‘groom dog at home’ plan, starting by working off any excess energy with a long walk or a fun play session in the yard....
Not all dogs require a visit to a professional groomer, but all dogs require home grooming in regular bathing and brushing. So I have a short-haired dog that doesn't go to the groomer, except maybe once a year when I get her undercoat blown out. But I do have a little dog - a ...
The first step when brushing a dog is to pick the right brush for your dog’s coat. For single-coated dogs with shorter hair, try a slicker brush, bristle brush, or silicone grooming glove. In addition to slicker and bristle brushes, tools that are useful for double-coated or long-haire...
Does the salon have experience grooming your dog’s specific breed and personality? Once you’ve got an appointment, there are a few things you can do to prepare. Walk your dog ahead of time to not only let them ‘go’ before they get all cleaned up, but also to tire them out so ...
Various other practical advice in dog grooming An online dog grooming course covers everything potential dog groomers need to know from a theory perspective, minus the hands-on dog grooming experience. You can also find lots ofdog grooming tutorialson YouTube to get started. ...
So, most dogs tend to get a little nervous (more for some) when they are placed in a new environment. The sight, sound, and smell at the groomers, in particular, maybe a source of apprehension that makes them fearful. To overcome this, let yourdogexplore the grooming place first. If ...