Archive | Dog Grooming

A great way of saving money but without sacrificing anything for your pet would come in the form of grooming at home. Although this might sound a little frightening at first, you would be amazed at the number of people who have made the decision to do their own grooming instead of hiring a professional. […]

When going to work as a dog groomer, you would be required to purchase a number of specific tools, pieces of equipment, and supplies. Now, your employer may provide some things but it never hurts to be prepared.   Although each item would be a key factor in grooming dogs, two of the more important […]

If you have interest in becoming a professional dog groomer, along with proper education the next most important thing would be using the right type of tools. Of course, among the various pieces of equipment and tools used, you definitely want to purchase the best dog grooming clippers you could afford.   Obviously, as you […]

The interesting thing about working as a professional groomer is that currently, no state licensing or certification is required. However, whether starting a business or planning to work for someone else, the appropriate skills would be required for a job such as this.   There are a number of options to include being self-taught but […]

Located in located in South West Portland, Bubbles N’ Bows dog grooming is an award winning Dog Salon. The salon is located in the owner, Karen Goodale’s home, and boasts a unique one-on-one dog grooming experience.   Her home location allows for a quiet and relaxed atmosphere for the dogs. It is perfect for puppy’s […]

Years ago, dog grooming spas were seen as a luxury for the rich and famous but today, these unique spas are located throughout the country and offered to everyday pet owners.   Although this type of canine pampering may not be for everyone, pet owners who have tried spas swear by the benefits the dogs […]

While most businesses require some type of legal license, the dog grooming profession is not one. Although a person would receive a certificate or diploma after completing school, no actual license or certification is required to groom or start a dog grooming business other than state licensing.   Even so, a person right out of […]

For any groomer, whether someone who just completed grooming school or the person with 20 plus years in the business, dog grooming books are a tremendous value. Top rated books sold on the market today contain valuable information pertaining to new information.   This particular industry is known for changing and by using books, a […]

It doesn’t matter what your dog’s breed is or what type of training it has accomplished if your dog has not been perfectly groomed. It’s the number one factor when talking about showing your dog at competitions.   People have been trimming, washing and preening their dogs for centuries. For many pet owners the grooming […]

In today’s society, many people need jobs and for some reason, working within the professional dog grooming industry is often overlooked. Considering income potential and gratification that comes from a job well done, this is a real shame.   Currently, someone just getting started as a groomer would expect to make around $25,000 but with […]