This post continues our series of very interesting interviews with dog groomers working in the field.
Fiona, from Fur Creations Dog Grooming, has kindly provided us with her insights into what it is like to work as a professional dog groomer.
You can find details of Fiona’s mobile dog grooming salon at the end of this interview. (more…)
When selecting the best shampoo for your dog, there are a number of factors to consider before just grabbing whatever is on the shelf or in the grooming supplies box.
Just like people, dogs have different hair types, skin sensitivities and grooming needs, so it is important to address these different needs with the right shampoo.
The Andis AGC2 Super 2-Speed Professional Grooming Clipper is an all-purpose animal clipper that has earned glowing reviews and is ideal for an all over body clipping as well as for a quick trim.
The blade can be easily detached from this quiet, cool running clipper and you have the choice of 2 different speeds, each of which is very powerful. And this is a feature that professional groomers have come to expect.
Other than the blade, you don’t have to worry about keeping internal parts oiled, which makes for a very low maintenance tool.
I have reviewed many books, software packages and tools but I must say it is not often that I come across a book that gets such glowing reviews and endorsements from people who have purchased and implemented its ideas. The book, From Problems to Profits: The Madson Management System for Pet Grooming Businesses, is written by Madeline B. Ogle, PhD. The reader is given the benefit of years of experience as the author describes how she established her thriving, well-renowned pet grooming business.
(more…)The Business Guide to Pet Grooming-2nd Edition by Sam Kohl, provides a very detailed guide on how to set up, run and manage a pet grooming business.
It covers operating a grooming business from home as well as running a grooming business from a salon employing staff.
It is especially good for groomers starting out, wondering what steps need to be taken and how to start making an income. But it is also very informative for seasoned groomers looking to take their business to the next level. (more…)